Part of Streams and Fishing Guides, our guide to San Diego County creeks, rivers and stream-side parks, with fishing rules and flood safety.
Lusardi Creek County Preserve covers about 195 acres with a small trail system of roughly 3 miles for hiking and mountain biking along the creek. It is open 8 a.m. to sunset daily. The county notes protected species, including the Red Diamond rattlesnake, so stay alert on the trail.Checked October 23, 2026.
What It Is
The county invites visitors to “hike or mountain bike along Lusardi Creek” and says the preserve protects Multiple Species Conservation Program species. Source: San Diego County Parks, read 2026-10-23.
Wildlife
The county lists species of special concern including the Red Diamond rattlesnake. Watch where you step and keep to the trail.
What We Could Not Verify
- Dog rules, fishing rules and parking details were not stated. San Diego County Parks can confirm.
- Map coordinates were not obtained.
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FAQ
Can I mountain bike at Lusardi Creek?
Yes, the county invites hiking or mountain biking along the creek.
Are there rattlesnakes?
The county lists the Red Diamond rattlesnake among species of special concern in the preserve.
Sources
Checked October 23, 2026 by It’s San Diego. Cite this page: It’s San Diego (itssandiego.com), checked October 23, 2026. Free to quote with a link to this page; tables are licensed CC BY 4.0.