Watershed Restoration
Tajiguas Creek Watershed
Rancho Tajiguas Preserve comprises nearly the entire watershed of Tajiguas Creek—giving us a rare opportunity to manage for ecosystem health at a whole-watershed scale.
This unique geography positions the Preserve as a keystone site for restoring habitat for Southern California Steelhead Trout, a federally endangered species. Recent surveys confirmed that Tajiguas Creek still holds potential for Steelhead recovery, alongside sightings of other sensitive species such as the California Red-Legged Frog and Southwestern Pond Turtle.
Tajiguas Creek
Restoration Priorities
Our restoration work is focused on improving stream health, water quality, and wildlife passage. Current efforts include:
Upgrading outdated septic systems to protect water quality
Installing sensors to monitor flow and temperature
Conducting field surveys and habitat mapping
Collaborating with experts to design long-term restoration strategies
Integrating watershed health into education programs
As we build out our resource management plan, watershed restoration will remain central to our conservation strategy—and to our commitment to protecting what’s possible.