Escondido Creek Conservancy

MISSION

To Preserve and Restore the Escondido Creek Watershed.

VISION

Through the Conservancy’s leadership, the Escondido Creek Watershed will become a model of vibrant urban communities and viable natural ecosystems thriving together.

The Conservancy owns or manages about 7,000 acres, which together make up the Escondido Creek Conservation Area. In keeping with the Conservancy’s founding and ongoing purpose, the primary management goal for all Conservation Area land is the preservation of wildlife habitat. At some sites, respectful access for the enjoyment of nature is celebrated. At others, public access is not allowed for the protection of sensitive habitat or due to easement restrictions.

The Escondido Creek watershed extends from above Lake Wohlford, through the City of Escondido, Harmony Grove, Elfin Forest and Olivenhain, Rancho Santa Fe, and into the San Elijo lagoon in Solana Beach and Encinitas. By delivering on our promise to build and protect healthy communities for wildlife and people, we bring everyone closer to the vital resources that nature has to offer our quality of life.