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The Best Hiking in Palomar Mountain

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Top hiking spots in and near Palomar Mountain

  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Palomar Observatory Trail

    4.83 mi / 764 ft gain
    Palomar Observatory Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Palomar Mountain, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Hike to Palomar Observatory from the Palomar Observatory Campground

    5.0
    4.4 mi / 718 ft gain
    Situated in the Palomar Mountains of Cleveland National Forest, Palomar Observatory Campground offers many amenities for enjoyable camping and exploring the area.  A portion of the campsites loop has been cleared of trees with level cement pads to allow campers to set up their own telescopes.  Dr...
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  • Warner Springs, California

    Oak Grove Trail to High Point

    13.43 mi / 3655 ft gain
    Oak Grove Trail to High Point is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Warner Springs, California.
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  • Warner Springs, California

    Camp at Oak Grove Campground

    / 2772 ft gain
    Apart from being visually appealing, the campground features open, yet secluded sites that are perfect for stargazing and shooting-star spotting. Each campsite has a picnic table and a grill. There are vault toilets and flush toilets. There is also potable water. If you are interested in seeing b...
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  • Warner Springs, California

    Barker Valley Spur Trail

    7.48 mi / 1145 ft gain
    Barker Valley Spur Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Warner Springs, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Hike Thunder Spring and Chimney Flat Loop

    3.0
    4 mi / 900 ft gain
    Palomar Mountain is the hidden gem of San Diego. Well, not so hidden per se- but most don't know that the little climb up the mountain can transport you from the prevalent brush-filled terrain of SD to a lush, diverse forest.The great thing about Palomar is that every day you visit could be compl...
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Hike to French Valley

    5.0
    3.8 mi / 450 ft gain
    When it comes to Palomar Mountain State Park, most people stick to Doane Lake and Upper Doane Valley. Yet on the far right of the parking lot at Doane Pond, there is actually a trailhead that will guide you to a completely different section of the park. The Lower Doane Valley trail is, in my opti...
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Lower Doane and Weir Trail Loop and Doane Pond

    2.78 mi / 453 ft gain
    Lower Doane and Weir Trail Loop and Doane Pond is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Aguanga, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Doane Valley Nature Trail

    1.12 mi / 174 ft gain
    Doane Valley Nature Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Aguanga, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Lower Doane Valley and French Valley

    3.83 mi / 541 ft gain
    Lower Doane Valley and French Valley is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Pauma Valley, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Thunder Spring Trail

    3.92 mi / 781 ft gain
    Thunder Spring Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Aguanga, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Cedar Trail, Weir Trail, Lower Doane Trail Loop

    3.53 mi / 751 ft gain
    Cedar Trail, Weir Trail, Lower Doane Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Palomar Mountain, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Scotts Cabin Trail

    3.16 mi / 784 ft gain
    Scotts Cabin Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Aguanga, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Boucher Hill Loop

    1.93 mi / 295 ft gain
    Boucher Hill Loop is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to see wildlife located near Palomar Mountain, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Boucher Trail, Thunder Spring, Silvercrest Trail

    5.88 mi / 1184 ft gain
    Boucher Trail, Thunder Spring, Silvercrest Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Palomar Mountain, California.
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  • Palomar Mountain, California

    Silvercrest Loop

    1.53 mi / 174 ft gain
    Silvercrest Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Aguanga, California.
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