Lakeside, California facts for kids
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Lakeside
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Lakeside Rodeo Arena - Lakeside, San Diego County, California
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 Lakeside, California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | San Diego |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.280 sq mi (18.857 km2) |
| • Land | 6.900 sq mi (17.872 km2) |
| • Water | 0.380 sq mi (0.985 km2) 5.22% |
| Elevation | 413 ft (126 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 20,648 |
| • Density | 2,836.26/sq mi (1,094.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
92040
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| Area code | 619/858 |
| FIPS code | 06-39766 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1656556 |
Lakeside is a community in San Diego County, California. It is located in the eastern part of the county. In 2020, about 21,152 people lived there. This was a small increase from 20,648 people in 2010.
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History of Lakeside
Long ago, the Kumeyaay people lived in the Lakeside area. They called Lindo Lake "Ha Ptur," which means "circular water."
Lakeside was officially started in 1886. A company bought 6,600 acres of land around Lindo Lake. They wanted to create a new town. They built a large hotel called the Lakeside Hotel. It had 80 rooms and cost a lot of money.
In 1889, a railroad line reached Lakeside. This helped the town grow. Small businesses opened, and Lakeside became a busy place.
The Famous Racetrack
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In 1904, John H. Gay bought the Lakeside Hotel. He also bought the park around Lindo Lake. He built a racetrack for cars and horses around the lake. This track became very famous. In 1907, a race car driver named Barney Oldfield set a new speed record there.
The hotel and racetrack became a popular spot. Rich people and celebrities came to watch the races. Many people traveled by train to attend. After John H. Gay died in 1920, the hotel and racetrack were taken down.
Lakeside's Rodeo Tradition
Lakeside is known as a "cowboy town" or "rodeo town." This is because of its many ranches and horses. It has a large rodeo facility called the Lakeside Rodeo Grounds. This place is 8 acres big.
The El Capitan Stadium Association runs the rodeo grounds. This group is made of volunteers. They use money from events to help young people in Lakeside. They support local sports, community service, and education.
Big rodeo events happen here. The PRCA Lakeside Rodeo is held every April. It brings over 20,000 visitors. There is also the Lakeside Optimists' Bulls Only Rodeo in July.
Community Involvement
Many groups are active in Lakeside. These include the VFW, Kiwanis International, and Optimist clubs. Youth groups like 4-H, FFA, and Boys and Girls Club are also here. There are also youth sports leagues for soccer, baseball, and football. The U.S. Navy has housing for military families in Lakeside.
The Lakeside Historical Society works to protect the town's past. They help save old buildings along Maine Avenue. This area was once the main downtown.
Recreation and Outdoors
Lakeside was named for Lindo Lake. Today, it has three large reservoirs. These are Lake Jennings, El Capitan Reservoir, and San Vicente Reservoir.
Fishing and Water Sports
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife stocks these reservoirs with fish. You can find largemouth bass, catfish, and rainbow trout. They are popular places for fishing. El Capitan and San Vicente Reservoirs are also open for water sports. People enjoy wakeboarding and jetskiing there.
Parks and Trails
Lakeside has many parks with outdoor trails. You can go hiking, biking, or horseback riding. Some popular spots include:
- The River Park along the San Diego River.
- The park around Lindo Lake.
- Stelzer and El Monte County Parks.
Lakeside is also near the start of the trail to El Cajon Mountain. This mountain is sometimes called "El Capitan." It looks like the famous cliff in Yosemite.
Nearby Entertainment
The town is close to several Native American casinos. One well-known one is Barona Resort and Casino. It has a hotel, restaurants, and golf. Other casinos nearby include Viejas Casino and Golden Acorn.
Geography and Climate
Lakeside is located in the western foothills of the Cuyamaca Mountains.
The community covers about 7.3 square miles (18.8 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. About 0.4 square miles (0.98 square kilometers) is water.
Climate in Lakeside
Lakeside has a Mediterranean climate. This means it has warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 11,991 | — | |
| 1980 | 23,921 | 99.5% | |
| 1990 | 19,412 | −18.8% | |
| 2000 | 19,560 | 0.8% | |
| 2010 | 20,648 | 5.6% | |
| 2020 | 21,152 | 2.4% | |
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In 2010, Lakeside had 20,648 people. Most people lived in homes. A small number lived in group housing.
About 24.5% of the population was under 18 years old. About 12.9% were 65 or older. The average age was 39.1 years.
Most homes were owned by the people living in them. About 69% of homes were owner-occupied. The rest were rented.
Economy
David Jeremiah's Turning Point for God, a religious organization, has its main office in Lakeside.
Education
Lakeside has both private and public schools.
Private Schools
- Foothills Christian Schools, elementary campus
Public Schools
- El Capitan High School (opened in 1959)
- Tierra Del Sol Middle School
- Lakeside Middle School
- Riverview Elementary
- Lakeview Elementary School
- Lemon Crest Elementary
- Eucalyptus Hills Elementary
- Lakeside Farms Elementary
- Lindo Park Elementary
Notable People
Many interesting people have lived in Lakeside:
- Joan Embery – An animal and environmental helper. She was often a guest on The Tonight Show.
- Doug Ingle – A founding member and singer for the band Iron Butterfly.
- T. J. Leaf – An Israeli-American basketball player. He played for UCLA and was picked in the 2017 NBA draft.
- Heather O'Rourke (1975–1988) – A child actress. She lived in Lakeside when she passed away.
- Carl C. Rasmussen (1901–52) – A member of the Los Angeles City Council. He owned a hardware store in Lakeside.
- Frederick W. Sturckow – A U.S. Marine Corps officer and NASA astronaut.
- Jack Taylor – Holds a record for scoring the most points in a college basketball game (138 points).
- Scott Wilson – A professional bodybuilder. He was once Mr. America and Mr. International.
- Doug Goldstein – A rock music manager. He used to manage bands like Guns N' Roses.
See also
In Spanish: Lakeside (California) para niños
