2021 Map of Warner Springs

About this map

Warner Springs and the nearby Warner Hot Spring anchor this high-elevation landscape in the northeastern corner of San Diego County. The area is defined by a series of high valleys, including Dodge Valley and the Chihuahua Valley, which sit amidst the rolling highlands of the Cleveland National Forest. This modern record traces the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trl as it winds through rugged landmarks like Deadman Hole and across Indian Flats, reflecting the region's enduring character as a destination for back-country recreation and transit. Seasonal water patterns are evident in the cluster of wetlands south of the San Luis Rey River, including Swan Lake, Big Lake, and Lost Lake, leading toward the northern edge of Lake Henshaw. Smaller settlements like Sunshine Summit and Holcomb Village mark the highway intersections that have long connected these mountain communities.