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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.
25 km · about 30 min drive
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Lakeside
California, United States · North America
About Lakeside
Lakeside is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Santee, 25km from San Diego Zoo.
Lakeside is in California, United States, with about 21,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Santee, about 5 km away.
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What is there to see near Lakeside?
Within an hour or so of Lakeside: San Diego Zoo (25 km), San Diego Zoo Safari Park (28 km), SeaWorld San Diego (30 km), LEGOLAND California (47 km).
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The nearest famous roads are Tijuana-Ensenada Scenic Highway.
Where is Lakeside?
Lakeside is in California, United States, about 5 km from Santee.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 20,648
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Coordinates
- 32.8573, -116.9223
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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 Lakeside
4 notable places within an hour's 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.
28 km · about 30 min drive
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SeaWorld San Diego
Southern California's marine life park offering animal experiences, aquarium exhibits, and amusement rides.
30 km · about 35 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.
47 km · about 55 min drive
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