Saddleback Valley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Saddleback Valley |
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Saddleback Mountain and its foothills viewed from Lake Mission Viejo, a lake in the valley
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| Location | Orange County, California, United States |
| Coordinates | 33°37′35″N 117°40′52″W / 33.626289°N 117.681028°W |
| Highest point – elevation – coordinates |
Santiago Peak 5,689 ft (1,734 m) 33°42′38″N 117°32′03″W / 33.710513139°N 117.534218203°W |
Saddleback Valley is a beautiful area in Southern California. It includes flat lands and hillsides. This valley is found in South Orange County, California. It sits west of the Saddleback mountain and east of Crystal Cove State Park.
The main cities in Saddleback Valley are Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, and Rancho Santa Margarita. Other communities like Coto de Caza and Ladera Ranch are also part of it. Some parts of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Woods, Laguna Hills, and Laguna Niguel are also in the valley.
The towns in Saddleback Valley are mostly suburban. This means they are residential areas outside a big city. Even though it's close to the large Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, the valley feels a bit more spread out. Because it's still developing, you might see more wild animals here.
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Wildlife in Saddleback Valley
Many animals have lived in Saddleback Valley for a long time. You might spot snakes, coyotes, and even mountain lions. Seeing mountain lions is very rare, especially close to people. They usually stay in the wilder parts of the valley's parks.
How Saddleback Valley Got Its Name
The name "Saddleback Valley" is very important to the people who live here. Many local businesses, schools, and places use "Saddleback" in their names. This shows how much the area's identity means to its residents.
Famous Places Named Saddleback
Saddleback Church is one of the largest churches in the world. It is located in Lake Forest, right here in the valley. Saddleback College is another important place. It's a college in Mission Viejo that uses the valley's name. Their logo even shows the Saddleback mountains!
The Saddleback Valley Unified School District serves many students in the area. It provides public elementary, middle, and high schools. Many smaller local businesses also use "Saddleback" in their names. This helps them connect with the community.
Images for kids
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Saddleback Valley viewed from the hills of Laguna Niguel
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Saddleback Mountain from Rancho Santa Margarita
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Snow on Saddleback Mountain in 2008 viewed from Mission Viejo
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Saddleback Valley as seen from Laguna Niguel
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