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Laguna Mountain Area

High elevation, cooler temperatures, dense forests, and scenic vistas define the Laguna Mountain area. A must visit.

Recreation Sites

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Agua Dulce Equestrian Trailhead

Site Open
Horse Riding and Camping
Agua Dulce Equestrian Trailhead Distance1.8 - 2.3 miles (one way) depending on trail connectionPets AllowedYesFeesAdventure Pass RequiredHike/Ride TimeFull dayDifficultyEasy to Strenuous - dependent…

Boulder Oaks Trailhead

Site Open
Hiking
Boulder oaks trailhead connects to the PCT for good day hiking options with other connecting trails

Burnt Rancheria Campground

Site Closed
Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking
Burnt Rancheria Campground is located 50 miles east of San Diego at the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area in Southern California, right off the Sunrise Scenic Byway. Campers can enjoy hiking, viewing…

Desert View Picnic Site

Site Open
Picnicking
Desert View Picnic SitePets AllowedYesFeesAdventure Pass RequiredHike/Ride TimeFull dayDifficultyEasyBest SeasonsFall, Spring, WinterLocationLocated off exit 47 on the I-8, 10.2 miles up Sunrise…

El Prado Group Campground

Site Closed
Hiking
The El Prado Group Campground breaks down into five individual group sites - Big Sage, Buckwheat, Manzanita, Whitehorn, and Yerba Santa, each with varying capacity and amenities. All sites connect…

Garnet Information Site

Site Open
Outdoor Science and Learning
A kiosk displays a map of the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area and provides information and area use guidelines.

Horse Heaven Group Campground

Site Closed
Picnicking Hiking
Trails nearby. There are three individual campsites (Buttercup, Hollyhock, and Lupine) within the group campground.

Laguna Campground

Site Open
Hiking Picnicking
Laguna Campground is a great mountain getaway just one hour east of San Diego, California in the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area. Campers can enjoy cooler temperatures, unique natural areas and an…

Laguna Mountain Lodge

Site Open
The Laguna Lodge is located on the beautiful Sunrise Scenic Byway at 6,000 feet elevation on Laguna Mountain. The lodge is 1 hour from San Diego, 2 hours from Yuma, AZ and enjoys all four seasons…

Last updated March 26th, 2025