City of Lake Forest
The City of Lake Forest has implemented multiple initiatives toward resource conservation and promoting sustainability. The City of Lake Forest’s recreational amenities and natural resources form an essential part of its unique character and quality of life. These resources include the city’s parks and trails, natural open space areas, scenic vistas, and cultural and biological resources in the community. It is important to understand, document, and appreciate these resources so these valuable pieces of the community can be preserved and protected for future generations. The city supports local and regional efforts to improve air quality, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and expand multimodal transportation options, which can help create a healthier environment for Lake Forest residents.
About Lake Forest
- Incorporated: December 20, 1991
- Population: 77,264 (2010)
- Location: Orange County
- Area: 16.79 square miles
- Elevation: 489 feet
