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  • Sweetwater Interpretive Loop Parking
    12155 Campo Rd El Cajon, CA 92019
  • We are pleased to announce that a new one-acre gravel-surfaced parking lot, located off State Route 94 at Millar Ranch Road in Rancho San Diego, is open for public use. 

    Address: 12155 Campo Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019

    This is a one-acre gravel-surfaced parking lot that accommodates about 40 vehicles, including five pull-through spaces for equestrian trailers and school buses, and two handicapped accessible spaces. This parking area allows visitors to access the Sweetwater Interpretive Loop trail, which connects to the county’s Sweetwater River Regional Trail, and supports current and future interpretive, environmental education, and habitat restoration programs. 

    Driving Directions

    From the west (San Diego):

    94 East toward Rancho San Diego. 94 eventually turns into Jamacha Rd.
    When you get to the intersection of Campo Road (which also continues as HWY 94), turn right, passing the large shopping center on the left.
    Shortly you will turn right on Millar Ranch Road, and arrive at the parking area right after the old steel bridge.
    Park and head towards the kiosk that is next to the trail head.

    From the east (El Cajon):

    Head west on Jamacha until you get to Campo Rd (HWY 94) and turn left.
    Turn right on Millar Ranch Road. and park in the lot. Follow the rest of the above directions.

    From the South (Jamul/Dulzura/Campo):

    Head North on HWY 94 (Campo Rd.), turn left onto Millar Ranch Road. Follow the rest of the above directions.

    From the north:

    There are several freeways that can take you south where it meets up with HWY 94 East. Follow above directions from there.

    Parking Lot Off State Route 94 and Millar Ranch Road
    Spring - Fall
    6:30 am - 7:00 pm
    Winter
    6:30 am - 5:00 pm