SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — In preparation for high heat expected this month, the county will close six parks.

Officials close the parks every August as a safety measure for the typically high temperatures recorded at the sites.

The following parks will be closed through Aug. 31:



El Capitan Preserve, Lakeside

Hellhole Canyon Preserve, Valley Center

Mount Gower Preserve, Ramona

Wilderness Gardens, Pala

In addition to the four parks, two more parks will continue to be closed throughout the summer until Labor Day weekend:



Agua Caliente Regional Park, Anza Borrego

Vallecito County Park, Julian

The closures also give Department of Parks and Recreation staff time to perform much needed maintenance at the parks.

There are still more than 100 other trails throughout the county to explore during the summer. Officials, however, warn hikers to be smart wherever they hike this summer. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

