Lake Elsinore is a city in western Riverside County centered around Lake Elsinore, Southern California’s largest natural freshwater lake. The city is surrounded by the Ortega Mountains and nearby hills, with residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, industrial areas, parks, and open space extending around the lake and surrounding terrain. Housing includes single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, apartments, and newer residential developments, with properties varying in age, size, architecture, and setting. Lake Elsinore provides access to boating, fishing, water sports, hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities. Local destinations include Lakepoint Park, McVicker Canyon Park, Diamond Stadium, and the historic downtown area. Interstate 15 runs through the city, providing connections to Riverside County, Orange County, San Diego County, and other Southern California destinations. The city also includes shopping centers, restaurants, schools, community facilities, and employment areas.