Desert View Picnic Site
Pets Allowed
Yes
Fees
Hike/Ride Time
Full day
Difficulty
Easy
Best Seasons
Fall, Spring, Winter
Location
Located off exit 47 on the I-8, 10.2 miles up Sunrise Highway in the Laguna Mountain area
Ranger District
Descanso Ranger District - (619) 445-6235
Desert View allows for a one of a kind picnic experience with beautiful views of the desert. On clear days, the Salton Sea can be seen in the far distance. Desert View Picnic Area connects to the Pacific Crest Trail and the Desert View Nature Trail. Both trails crest the edge of Mount Laguna and provide beautiful views of the desert while hiking amongst chaparral and alpine forests. Currently, fires are allowed in designated fire pits in the picnic area.
General Information
Adventure Pass Required: To purchase a pass for this location visit a Cleveland National Forest office, find a local Adventure Pass vendor or purchase online at https://www.recreation.gov/.
Day Use:
$5 per vehicle per day
$30 per annual
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 32.8697
Longitude: -116.4147
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Groups
The Pacific Crest Trail, or the PCT, is arguably the most famous of the nation's designated National Scenic Trails. Winding its way through spectacular vistas fr