2015 Map of El Cajon Mountain

About this map

San Vicente Valley and the northern reaches of the Cleveland National Forest dominate this landscape, showcasing the dramatic elevation changes east of San Diego. The prominence of El Cajon Mtn stands as a central landmark above the San Diego River watershed. Water management and storage are central features of the geography, with the San Diego River feeding into El Capitan Lake in the southeast corner. The map traces a network of remote access routes such as the El Cajon Mountain Truck Trl and Capitan Truck Trl, which navigate the steep terrain between Silverdome and Rock Mtn. The Barona area and Barona Valley reflect the rural character of the region, while the Cape Horn Tunnel indicates the engineering required to traverse these foothills.