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Tecate
Tecate Port of Entry
Tecate is located in California
Tecate
Tecate
Location in California
Tecate is located in the United States
Tecate
Tecate
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State  California
County San Diego
Elevation
1,778 ft (542 m)
Population
 (2000)
 • Total 207
(71.01% of the population is Hispanic or Latino of any race)
Time zone UTC-8 (Pacific (PST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-7 (PDT)
ZIP codes
91980
Area code(s) 619
GNIS feature ID 1661553

Tecate is a small community in San Diego County, California. It is located right next to the border between the United States and Mexico. Across the border is a larger Mexican city also called Tecate. Because it is smaller, the community in California is sometimes called Tecatito, which means "Little Tecate."

This area is known for its border crossing where people and goods can move between the two countries. It is also close to Tecate Peak, a local mountain. The area around Tecate is quiet and natural, about an hour's drive from downtown San Diego.

About Tecate

Tecate is an unincorporated community. This means it is a place with a group of homes and businesses, but it does not have its own local government like a city does. Instead, it is governed by San Diego County.

Location and Geography

Tecate is found in the Mountain Empire area of southeastern San Diego County. This region is known for its mountains and natural landscapes. The community sits right on the border with Mexico.

The land around Tecate is rugged and natural. It is a peaceful place, different from the busy city areas. The community's elevation is about 1,778 feet (542 meters) above sea level.

The Border Crossing

The Tecate Port of Entry is a very important part of this community. It is one of the places where people can cross the border between the United States and Mexico. This crossing helps connect the two Tecate communities. It also allows for trade and travel between the two countries.

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