Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy, located in San Diego County, California, is one of the largest remaining coastal wetlands in the region. Spanning a diverse landscape of salt marsh, riparian, and coastal sage scrub habitats, the conservancy offers critical habitat for over 700 species of plants and animals. Historically inhabited by the Kumeyaay people, the area now provides a refuge for rare and endangered species, such as the Ridgway's rail and the Belding's savannah sparrow. Visitors can enjoy a network of trails that wind through the lagoon, perfect for hiking and bird watching. The conservancy also offers educational programs to engage the public in conservation efforts. As part of the broader San Elijo Lagoon restoration project, ongoing environmental work protects and enhances this vital ecosystem's natural beauty and biodiversity.
