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Lake Elsinore, CA


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Lake Elsinore, California

Introduction to Lake Elsinore, California

Lake Elsinore, California, in Riverside county, is 15 miles NW of Temecula, California (center to center) and 20 miles S of Riverside, California. It's surrounded by the beautiful Ortega Mountains. The city is popular with residents due to the variety of recreational activities available at the beautiful Lake Elsinore, the year-round mild climate and being close to Orange County and Los Angeles. The bedroom community includes a large number of upper middle-class professionals. The restored downtown features vintage street lamps and attractive window canopies and has the charm of the 1920's.

Lake Elsinore History

During the 18th century the lake was utilized by Spanish ranchers and American trappers. Lake Elsinore became dry during the 1930's and was refilled during the early 1960's. Lake Elsinore was a popular location for numerous Hollywood celebrities during the first half of the 1900's. In 1980 an extensive rain caused the lake to flood which destroyed nearby houses and businesses. After the major flood occurred, an expensive system was created to keep the water level at a consistent level which allowed houses to be constructed near the lake.

Lake Elsinore Attractions

  • Lake Elsinore Diamond hosts a variety of special events and concerts.
  • Historic downtown antique district is a notable destination.
  • Lake Elsinore Outlet Stores location is well known and includes a vast number of popular stores.
  • Lake Elsinore features a resort/casino.
  • Extreme sports events are popular at Lake Elsinore.

Lake Elsinore Activities

Lake Elsinore is popular most of the year for boating, wind surfing, swimming, fishing, water skiing and activities on the beach. The lake offers beautiful campgrounds. It's a short drive to the scenic Cleveland National Forest. The Elsinore Valley is popular with skydiving enthusiasts due to the well known thermal winds. Excellent opportunities for hiking, bicycle riding and bird watching are available. The Trabuco Canyon Trail and the Chiquito Trail are popular with outdoor enthusiasts.

Castle Amusement Park, Pharaohs Lost Kingdom, Scandia Amusement Park and Boomers Family Fun Center are nearby. There are numerous golf courses in the area including Cherry Hills Golf Course, North Golf Course and Colony Country Club. Crystal Cove, Chino Hills, Palomar Mountain and Don Tiburcio Tapia state parks are situated in the area and are popular for a variety of outdoor activities.

Comparative Profile of Lake Elsinore, CA

Comparing Lake Elsinore to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Male Share of the Population98
Racial Diversity87
Female Share of the Population24
Senior Citizens22
Age of the Population22
Well-Paid Single Men23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size108
Portion of People Married87

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income55
People in Middle Class or Better35
People Above Poverty34
College Educated Adults12

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home97
Walking and Biking to Work53
Public Transportation Use55
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing98
Affordability of Property Taxes76
Affordability of Rents67
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals44
People Living Alone23

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime45
Low Property Crime43

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