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Recreation Region: Laguna Mountain Area

Desert View Picnic Site

Desert View Picnic Site

Pets Allowed

Yes

Fees

Adventure Pass Required

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/.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 32.8697

Longitude: -116.4147

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated February 19th, 2025