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San Diego Zoo
World-renowned zoo in Balboa Park home to over 12,000 animals of more than 650 species in naturalistic habitats.
15 km · about 25 min drive
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La Presa
California, United States · North America
About La Presa
La Presa is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Spring Valley, 15km from San Diego Zoo.
La Presa is in California, United States, with about 34,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Spring Valley, about 4 km away.
La Presa (Spanish for "The Dam") is a census-designated place (CDP) in the East County region of San Diego County, California, United States. The population was 35,033 at the 2020 census, up from 34,169 at the 2010 census.
La Presa belonged to the neighboring Spring Valley CDP from its inception in 1970 through 1990.Read more
It is still considered part of Spring Valley in informal usage and addresses in the CDP continue to use the name Spring Valley. It was named after Sweetwater Dam.
La Presa is served by a 91977 ZIP Code, which is considered Spring Valley according to the USPS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near La Presa?
Within an hour or so of La Presa: San Diego Zoo (15 km), SeaWorld San Diego (22 km), San Diego Zoo Safari Park (43 km), LEGOLAND California (55 km).
Are there any good drives near La Presa?
The nearest famous roads are Tijuana-Ensenada Scenic Highway.
Where is La Presa?
La Presa is in California, United States, about 4 km from Spring Valley.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 34,169
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Coordinates
- 32.7081, -116.9972
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Essential numbers in United States
AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.
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Worth the detour from La Presa
4 notable places within an hour's drive.
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SeaWorld San Diego
Southern California's marine life park offering animal experiences, aquarium exhibits, and amusement rides.
22 km · about 25 min drive
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Expansive wildlife sanctuary in Escondido where animals roam in vast open-range enclosures mimicking their native habitats.
43 km · about 50 min drive
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LEGOLAND California
Carlsbad theme park designed for families with children aged 2–12, featuring over 60 LEGO-themed rides and attractions.
55 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near La Presa
- 69 kmTijuana-Ensenada Scenic HighwayBaja's toll road 1D hugs Pacific cliffs for 100 km between Tijuana and Ensenada, with surf breaks, seafood stops and sweeping ocean panoramas the whole way.
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