Cleveland National Forest Insid m e: aps, c amping hiking, , driving tours, more! Visitor Guide he Cleveland National Forest is the southern­most national forest in Welcome! ¡Bienvenidos! California. Named in honor of President Cleveland, the land was Thank you for choosing to spend time in the Cleveland Tdesignated a national forest in 1908 by President Theodore Roosevelt. National Forest. This Visitor Concerns about watersheds and wildfires were the driving forces behind Guide is for local residents and establishing national forests at that time. visitors to southern California. We’ve included maps and The Forest includes three tailed hawk, or the scratchy nicking, and scenic driving. information about recreation mountain ranges: the Santa song of the house wren. Over Most hiking trails and facilities activities, wildlife, fire danger, Ana, Palomar, and Laguna 200 resident and migratory are open year­round. and volunteer opportunities to (Cuyamaca) Mountains. They birds can be seen in the Forest. The Cleveland National help you enjoy your visit to the are part of the Peninsular Diverse lands in the Forest Forest has a heavy concentra­ Cleveland National Forest. The Range, which extends for 800 provide habitat for many tion of dead and dying trees Forest offers diversity of scenery, miles from the Santa Ana wildlife species – mountain and shrubs (fuels) caused by wilderness solitude, and lots of Mountains to Baja California. lion, bobcat, mule deer, coyote, drought. This, coupled with the recreation opportunities. Farther to the north and east gray fox, ringtail cat, long tail large number of residences For almost 100 years, Forest are the San Jacinto and Santa weasel, opossum, blacktail located within and near the Service employees have been Rosa mountains. World­famous jackrabbits, desert cottontails, boundaries of the forest, has caring for this land as a special Mount Palomar is one of the California ground squirrel, and resulted in conditions con­ place for the citizens of the viewpoints along the crestline, many other small species. ducive to severe and destructive United States. You can help where, on a clear day, you can The Cleveland National wildfires. During times of high care for the land by following see views of both desert and Forest is also home to 19 wildfire potential, forest man­ the rules outlined in this Guide. coastal California. threatened and endangered agers may need to restrict forest As you may recall, in 2003 The mountain rocks were plants and animals. Because of use to protect the public and Southern California suffered formed 100 to 200 million the loss of habitat to nearby the natural resources of the

heavy losses due to California’s years ago by deposits of marine home and business develop­ area. The restrictions put in

worst wildfires in history. These sediments and volcanic materi­ ment, Forest lands have place at a particular time will

wildfires impacted the way al. Earthquakes and other geo­ become even more important depend on local factors, such as

people do things, not only in logic forces lifted and formed to the survival of these species. weather and fuel conditions,

the forests but also in the the mountains 90 to 105 mil­ Endangered or threatened and on the fire situation

surrounding communities. lion years ago. Erosion has species include the southwest­ throughout California. Local

One thing that we are sculpted the mountains into ern willow flycatcher, the conditions, especially rainfall, will also be factors in reducing currently doing is removing what we see today. The highest coastal California gnatcatcher, the degree of restrictions. These dead and dying trees and point is Monument Peak at least Bell’s vireo, arroyo south­ restrictions may apply to all or shrubs from the forest. So 6,271 feet. western toad, and the Laguna don’t be surprised if you see Mountains skipper. any part of the forest. We are workers removing trees and A warm, dry Mediterranean asking the public to CHECK The Cleveland National Forest clearing dry brush in the forest climate prevails over the Cleve­ before you go to the Forest, call is an important recreation areas. land National Forest today – ahead (619­593­2183) or resource for the people of south ­ For your safety, the Forest hot in summer, mild in winter. check the web site at ern California. An estimated 20 may need to close off certain Average annual rainfall is www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland million people live within a 2­ areas or shut down activities approximately 15–35”. Every to see what activities and hour drive. The most popular due to fire danger. We ask you fall, hot “Santa Ana” winds places may be restricted. This activities are camping, hiking, to be patient, and, if you plan blow in from the east. Fires at will help you plan your trip. biking, horseback riding, pic­ on coming to the forest, call this time often burn large areas ahead to see what the Fire and are difficult to control. Danger Level is and what Of the 567,000 (gross) activities may be restricted. Cleveland National Forest Fire Danger Levels This will help you plan your trip acres, more than 75% of the accordingly. vegetation is chaparral, pre­ Remember, planning ahead dominantly coastal sage, che­ and taking safety precautions mise, manzanita and can be your way of helping the ceonothus. A few riparian, or forest. streamside areas exist, but they Have a wonderful time make up only about one per­ � visiting the Cleveland National cent of the Forest land. There Fire Danger/Forest Use Restriction level Forest. are large oaks in meadows and is determined by the following factors: Sincerely, along streams and Jeffrey and Coulter Pine forests at higher Current Fire Danger • Weather • Vegetation Conditions • Rainfall elevations. Some wet meadows Fire situation in California • Current fire staf fing levels are found between the high ele ­ For more information call: TINA J. TERRELL vation pines. 619­593­2183 (recorded message) Forest Supervisor Listen for the piping call of or log on to www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland the wrentit, the scream of a red­ Cleveland National Forest 1 Recreation Recreation in Cleveland National Forest All OHV areas require the special registration “green stickers.” Red stickers can be used in December and January only. Because of Recreation Pass the threat of wildland fires, a USDA Forest Service approved spark arrester is required. Even with the arrester, avoid dry grass that In 2005 the Recreation could come in contact with hot vehicle parts. Enhancement Act was Protect your riding and driving privileges signed into law. This act by finding out the regulations for OHV allows the Forest use in the Forest. Contact your local Use wildlife­safe Service to collect recre­ Ranger Station to find out more about (propylene glycol) ation fees. Please con­ the location of OHV areas, current trail tact your local Forest antifreeze/coolant conditions, and other OHV activities. Service Office for additional informa­ Hunting tion on this program and location that it The Cleveland National Forest provides habitat for a variety of applies to. game birds and mammals. The Forest Service supports efforts by the California Department of Fish and Game to enhance and con­ serve wildlife resources and work cooperatively to provide hunting opportunities for the public. The Forest is open to hunting in the Scenic Drives pursuit of birds and game according to the current season schedule and hunting regulations set by the California Department of Fish A number of scenic state and county roads cross the Cleveland and Game. A license is required. National Forest. Remember that many No hunting is allowed within 150 people traveling them are out for the yards of campgrounds, trails, scenery and not speed. If you are in a fire stations, any national for­ hurry, pick an alternate route! Use lead­free bullets to prevent wildlife poisoning est building, roads, across any The Ortega Highway (Highway 74, body of water, off­highway vehi­ see map p. 7) runs for 30 miles cle areas, and private property with­ between Lake Elsinore and San Juan Capistrano. It is a in the boundary of the Forest. Always carry a map. winding road with great views, allow for plenty of time traveling A Cleveland National Forest map is available for $6 at the ranger through the National Forest. stations. The Highway to the Stars leads to the top of Palomar Mountain, The Forest Service protects any animals not listed as game ani­ the home of the world­famous Palomar Observatory (see p. 9). mals in the state hunting regulations. From Highway 76, take the seven­mile South Grade Road which Game animals that can be hunted on the Forest are brush and climbs 2600 feet with lots of 180° turns. To return, you can take cottontail rabbits, jackrabbits, black­tailed deer, and mule deer. East Grade Road, which covers the same elevation in just over 11 Game birds include turkey, quail, mourning dove, ducks and geese. miles and most of the turns are not as tight. There is no bear, mountain lion, or tree squirrel season in San The Sunrise National Scenic Byway (see map p. 11) extends Diego, Orange, or Riverside counties. from Interstate 8 near Pine Valley, north through the Laguna Copies of current regulations can be obtained from the Mountains to State Route 79 near the town of Julian. The 24­mile Department of Fish and Game, local Forest Service offices, or sport­ route winds through mountain meadows, pine and oak forests, and ing good stores. Contact the local Ranger District office (see list on chaparral. p. 12) for more information on hunting on the Forest. Poaching Driving on Forest Service Roads should be reported by calling CalTip, 1­800­952­5400. Scenic driving is one of the most popular recreation activities in Recreational Shooting the National Forest. There are some things to keep in mind. Most of Target shooting is allowed in designated areas only on the the Forest Service roads in the Cleveland National Forest are single Palomar Ranger District. There are special areas set aside for lane dirt roads with few turnouts. These roads were all originally “plinking;” all of the Trabuco and Descanso districts are closed to designed and constructed as Fire Truck Trails by the Civilian target shooting. Conservation Corps in the 1930s and are commonly steeper with more curves than public highways, and, most importantly, they Shooting regulations change often, so be sure to check at the were designed and constructed to be single lane roads. Of the 400 local ranger stations. During the dry season, shooting may not be miles of roads on the Cleveland National Forest, only 50 miles are allowed because of fire danger. paved. These are also steep, winding mountain roads with few turnouts, but can be easily driven in a passenger car. The Forest Fishing Visitor Map shows where these are located. Streams in the Cleveland National Forest are small and some are Be careful to watch your speed on Forest Service roads! The single dry during the summer months. Trabuco Creek, lane dirt roads that are open may be driven with high clearance on the west side of the Santa Ana Mountains vehicles. Expect a rough, slow going trip, but enjoy the remoteness offers fishing at certain times of the year. and solitude! Many roads are gated because they provide access to Lakes and reservoirs dot southern California – parcels of private land and the Forest Service does not have rights most are on city, county, or state land. The only of way through the parcels. Please respect the rights of the private Federal fishing access is at Loveland Reservoir land owners. At times, roads are also closed for Forest protection. south of Alpine (see map p. 11). Here the public is Check our web site for a list of useful driving tips. allowed to catch bass, catfish, bluegills, and sun­ fish along a five­mile portion of the shoreline. Off Highway Riding A California fishing license is required. The Forest offers some of the best Off­Highway Vehicle (OHV) trails Horseback Riding in Southern California for 4­wheel Horseback riding is permitted on all Forest roads and specified drive, ATV, and motorcycle use. trails as indicated in this visitor guide (see trails p. 4). Below are The Forest OHV system is com­ some guidelines for protecting yourself, prised of designated routes and your animals, and the environment. Use trails. • Pack out your trash. weed­free Special OHV areas include • Dispose of human waste by burying it at feed Wildomar (see map p. 7) and least six to eight inches deep and at least 100 Corral Canyon (see map p.11). feet from water sources, trails and campsites. Both of these areas were developed with state registration fees (“green • Bring feed (alfalfa cubes or pellets) for your animals and map out sticker” funds) and have camp­ routes to water stops. Bring water if needed for you and your grounds. horses. Be sure your feed is weed free. 2 Cleveland National Forest Recreation • Use camp stoves with permit only. • Use horses conditioned to backcountry travel. New Fire Danger Level Awareness System • Minimize damage to soil and vegetation by using a picket line for stock. to Start on Southern California Forests • Do not tie horses to trees. Hobble horses that paw the ground. The Cleveland National Forest has implemented a new Fire • When breaking camp, scatter manure, remove extra feed, and Danger Awareness System for residents and visitors. Residents redistribute duff and litter. and visitors should check before they visit the forest for fire • Keep stock in a single file on designated trails and dispersed on danger levels and forest use restrictions. Call 619­593­2183 non­designated trails to minimize erosion. (recorded message) or go to www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland to find • Check Fire Danger Levels and restrictions before you go. out what the fire danger level is on the Cleveland National Forest and what activities are allowed. Directly contact other Southern Mountain Biking California National Forests to find out their current fire danger Mountain biking is permitted on many trails (see p. 4). Mountain levels. bikes are not permitted on the Pacific Crest Trail or trails in wilder­ ness areas. On the Trabuco Ranger District, the San Juan Loop, Holy Jim, and San Juan trails as well as the Maple Springs Road are popular. Wilderness Bicycle riding in the Forest is a privilege. The Cleveland National Forest has four wilderness areas desig­ Be sure to ride safely and responsibly. To nated by Congress. These areas offer visitors a respite from the prevent erosion and habitat destruction, stress and pressure of city life. San Mateo Canyon (Trabuco Ranger stay on the trail or road. Always District), Agua Tibia (Palomar Ranger District), Pine Creek and announce your presence to others Hauser (Descanso Ranger District) are special areas that are man­ when passing, and yield to hikers and aged to preserve forever their primitive wilderness characteristics. horseback riders. Avoid excessive Please sign in at self­registration stations located at each trail­ speed because of potential danger to head. Before entering a wilderness area for overnight use, a free yourself and others, as well as destruc­ wilderness permit is also required (available at ranger stations). tion of the road or trail. Forest and Wilderness maps can be obtained at Cleveland National Forest Ranger District and Supervisor’s offices. Developed Campgrounds The Cleveland National Forest offers a number of campgrounds. Wildlife Viewing

“Developed campgrounds” have services and facilities, and fees are Laguna Meadow is a popular birding area in the charged. Recreation passes are not required in these areas. Some Descanso District. The 9,000­acre wet meadow with two sites in the campground are on a first­come, first­ser ved basis, and seasonal lakes attracts waterfowl and shorebirds. In the v some are on the National Reservation System. Many developed meadows edge you can see ash­throated flycatchers, soli­ campgrounds are only open in certain seasons, so be sure to check tary vireos, and white­headed woodpeckers and look for mountain their opening and closing dates. quail in the trees. The Henshaw Overlook, located in the Palomar Trabuco District’s five developed campgrounds are more remote District, is also a great place to see wildlife. and rugged. Palomar has six in both the higher, forested environ­ ment and the lower, desert areas. Descanso has nine campgrounds Winter Recreation and lots of visitor facilities. Because of its proximity to San Diego, it Snowplay is very popular at the Laguna Mountain is one of the busiest areas during the summer. Additional camping Recreation Area in the Descanso District. On snowy week­ is available at Palomar Mountain State Park and Cuyamaca ∞ ends, the Forest Service sets up information stations at

Rancho State Park, and reservations can be made through the state Sunrise Highway and I­8 to inform visitors of snowplay park system (800­444­7275). Numerous county and private facilities and parking regulations. are adjacent to other National Forest lands as well. Pets in the National Forest Dogs are allowed on national forest lands but must be leashed when in developed areas. In campgrounds they must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, and kept quiet in the evenings.

Undeveloped Camping Releasing Animals Also called “remote camping,” undeveloped camping means on National Forest Lands camping outside a developed site, either via car, horse, or on foot. The State of California Fish and Game is the agency A detailed set of rules and regulations have been developed for this you should contact if you have questions about releasing type of camping because of the high fire danger, and the impact of animals. They issue permits for release of the vehicles or horses on the environment. rehabilitated animals. They can also suggest other Check at the local Ranger Station for directions to an undevel­ alternatives for where animals can go. oped camping area, and obtain your free overnight visitor’s permit. Unfortunately, over the years, domestic pets and The required permit allows the use of campstoves in remote areas. aquarium fish have been released on national forests. The general rule is you must camp at least 200 feet away from Urban pests such as raccoons, opossums, and skunks, springs, water, meadows, trails, and Forest roads, and 1/4 mile from have been trapped near homes and then released in the campgrounds. There is no undeveloped camping in the Laguna national forest.

Mountain Recreation Area. It is unhealthy for the wildlife, humans, and the Wood fires and barbeques are not permitted on the Cleveland environment to release these animals on public lands, National Forest outside of designated campgrounds at any time of unless done by professionals for specific purposes. year. Camping in wilderness areas Information and educational materials can be

(“backpacking”) is allowed, obtained from Fish and Game South Coast Regional but a free wilderness Office 858­467­4201, or the Cleveland National Forest For reservations,contact the permit is also Biologist 858­674­2901. required. Visit the National Forest Reservation System: nearest ranger sta­ 1­877­444­6777 tion to obtain maps and special regulations. reserveusa.com

Cleveland National Forest 3 Trails Trails to Explore Palomar (see page 8) Riding and Hiking Opportunities Trail Name Length Difficulty Users Hiking Barker Spur Trail 3.4 miles Moderate w6 The best season for hiking is during the cooler Cutca 6.7 miles (non­Wild.) Strenuous w6 fall, winter, and spring months. Many trails travel 3.7 miles (Wilderness) through the open chapparal and get very hot in w6 the summer. Summer hiking should be done in early Dripping Springs 6.8 miles Strenuous morning hours on designated trails that offer shade. (Wilderness) w The most important thing to remember to bring is water. You Fry Creek 1.7 miles Easy should not drink from springs, rivers, or lakes without treating the Inaja .5 miles Easy wW water first. Human and animal waste can contaminate water in Nat’l Rec. Trail the wild and make you sick. Oak Grove 1.9 miles Strenuous w Poison oak is found along most trails. Stay on the trail! Ticks can Observatory 2.2 miles Easy w be a problem in the spring and early summer. Be sure to check Nat’l Rec. Trail your clothing and hair. Pacific Crest Trail 23 miles Strenuous w6 Guides may be purchased at your local bookstore. Information San Felipe Section on specific trails in Cleveland National Forest can be obtained at local ranger stations. The Cleveland National Forest Map ($6) Pacific Crest Trail 8.1 miles Easy w6 shows most of the trails and back roads. Barrel Springs Section A few simple precautions can ensure a safe and pleasurable trip: Pacific Crest Trail 7.9 miles Moderate w6 Plan your trip. Write a full account of who is going, where you Agua Caliente Section are traveling, when you will be back, and where you plan to stay Pacific Crest Trail 9.5 miles Moderate w6 each night. Give it to someone who knows you will be gone. Indian Flats Section Check local conditions, weather conditions and fire danger lev­ Pacific Crest Trail 5.1 miles Moderate w6 els. Check with the Ranger District for the area you plan to visit. Combs Peak Section Dress appropriately. Sudden weather changes are common in Palomar to Magee 2.8 miles Strenuous w6 the backcountry. Be prepared! (Wilderness) Pace yourself. Travel at a reasonable speed, rest often, and drink Wild Horse 10.1 miles Strenuous w6 lots of liquids (Wilderness) If you get lost, stay calm and don't panic. Stop and try to figure out where you are. Use your head and not your legs. Three of any­ thing—such as shouts, whistle blasts, reflected light from a mir­ Descanso (see page 10) Recreation Trails

ror—are a sign of distress. Carry a rescue whistle and small mirror Trail Name Length Difficulty Users for emergency use. Note: Cell phones do not always work. Big Laguna 6.7 Miles Easy w6­ (see page 6) Recreation Trails Trabuco Bobcat 1.0 Miles Easy 0= Trail Name Length Difficulty Users Bronco Flat .8 Miles Strenuous 0 Bear Canyon Loop 3.5 Miles Easy­Moderate w6 0=9 (Wilderness) Bronco Peak 2.7 Miles Strenuous 0= Blue Water Ridge 3.2 Miles Mod. to Stren. w6 Corral 1.2 Miles Easy (Wilderness) Desert View Interp. Tr. 1.2 Miles Moderate wW Chiquito 9.2 Miles Moderate w6­ Espinoza 6.4 Miles Moderate w6 El Cariso Nature Trail 1.5 miles Easy wW (2.1 in Wilderness) 0= Clark (Landlocked trail) 6.2 Miles Strenuous w6 Greenhorn 1.1 Miles Easy to Stren. 0=9 Fisherman’s Camp 1.6 Miles Easy w6 Gunslinger 2.5 Miles Strenuous (Wilderness) Indian Creek 4.0 Miles Mod. to Stren. w6­ Holy Jim 5.0 Miles Mod. to Stren. w­ Kernan 5.0 Miles Easy 0 Indian Portrero 5.2 Miles Moderate w6 Kwaaymmi Int. Trail .5 Miles Easy wW (Landlocked Trail) (Wilderness) North end landlocked Lightning Ridge 1.3 Miles Easy w Joplin 8.0 Miles Moderate w­ Noble Canyon 10.0 Miles Strenuous w6­ w­ Los Pinos 9.0 Miles Strenuous (National Rec. Trail) Lucas 11.1 Miles Strenuous w6 Pacific Crest Trail 15.8 Miles Miscellaneous w6 (6.0 in Wilderness) Mexico to Cleveland NF B’ndry, south of Boulder Oaks Morgan 5.0 Miles Easy w6 Pacific Crest Trail 32.1 Miles Miscellaneous w6 (4.5 in Wilderness) North of Boulder Oaks (.5 in Wilderness) Oak Flat 1.6 Miles Easy w6 Pine Mountain 3.2 Miles Easy to Mod. w6­ (Wilderness) West end Landlocked Secret Canyon 13.8 Miles Mod. to Stren. w6 w6­ San Juan 11.3 Miles Mod. to Stren. (13.0 in Wilderness) Sidewinder .9 Miles Strenuous 0=9 San Juan Loop 2.1 Miles Easy w6­ Sodbuster .9 Miles Strenuous 0 San Mateo 8.3 Miles Mod. to Stren. w6 Spur Meadow 3.0 Miles Easy 0 (Wilderness) w Tenaja 11.8 Miles Mod. to Stren. w6 Sunset 4.6 Miles Easy (Wilderness) Tombstone .8 Miles Strenuous 0 Tenaja Falls 5.4 Miles Moderate w6 Wooded Hill Nature Tr. 1.5 Miles Easy w (Wilderness) Wrangler 3.9 Miles Easy 09 w­ Trabuco Canyon 4.3 Miles Moderate Wrangler Tie .2 Miles Strenuous 0 Verdugo 7.0 Miles Moderate w6 (Wilderness) KEY: WInterpretive 0Dirt Bike Viejo Tie 1.2 Miles Easy to Mod. w­ w Hiker Trail 9OHV West Horsethief 6.0 Miles Moderate w6­ 6 ­ Equestrian Mountain Bikes =OHV­ATV 4 Cleveland National Forest ¡Bienvenidos! Bienvenido al Bosque Nacional Cleveland (Cleveland National Forest) sta guía contiene mapas e información general que le permitirá disfrutar más de su Evisita. Información adicional puede ser obtenida en cualquiera de las cuatro oficinas del Servicio Forestal indicadas en la parte de atrás de esta guía. Las oficinas generalmente están abiertas de Lunes a Viernes.

Este Bosque Nacional perten­ silvestres. Los controladores ece a todos los que viven en los especiales de chispas son Estados Unidos y es manejado requeridos en todos los para la recreación y muchos vehículos para uso fuera de otros usos. El bosque fué carretera (off­highway vehicle originalmente establecido en el area). Durante todo el año se año de 1908 para proteger el requiere que todas las personas abastecimiento de agua a las que fuman apaguen sus personas en los ranchos, fincas cigarrillos. Area de vida silvestre del Cañon San Mateo. y comunidades en los alrededores. Hoy en día, las Siempre traiga agua del lugar. Por favor respete estas bosque y por el peligro de montañas del Bosque Nacional zonas cerradas y comprenda incendios. Póngase en contacto Muchos de los riachuelos en que los humanos somos la con la oficina del Supervisor Cleveland continúan siendo un el Bosque Nacional Cleveland fuente importante en el amenaza más seria en la para mayor información. están secos parte del año. Las sobrevivencia de estas especies. abastecimiento de agua a las temperaturas en algunos de los ciudades vecinas. Tome fotos cañones puede llegar a 100° F. Cacería y Tiro al Recuerde traer su propia agua unicamente, No deje Condiciones del cuando salga de su carro o de Blanco nada más que sus Bosque un sitio de acampar. No es La cacería en el Bosque huellas seguro tomar agua de los Nacional está regulada por el El Bosque Nacional Cleveland El Bosque Nacional está aquí riachuelos. La agua no esta Departamento de Pesca y Vida tiene una alta concentración de para que todos disfrutemos de él. árboles y vegetación que esta tratada. Una enfermedad Silvestre de California Recuerde: es ilegal llevar muerta ó están muriendo por la intestinal llamada Giardia (California Department of Fish plantas, animales, piedras, o falta de agua. Esta concen­ podría presentarse. and Game). El Servicio Forestal artefactos históricos de tración de combustible, ya en protege cualquier animal que propiedad pública sin un condiciones de provocar incen­ Ayude a Proteger el no se encuentra incluído en las permiso. Lleva con Ud. dios, y la alta cantidad de hog­ Habitat de los regulaciones estatales de solamente sus fotos y sus bellos ares ubicados adentro o cerca al cacería como animales de caza. Animales recuerdos! bosque, ha creado gran preocu­ Copias de estas regulaciones pación de peligro de otro incen­ Muchas especies de animales pueden ser obtenidas en las Cuando salga de su dio por todo el bosque. y plantas establecen sus tiendas de venta de artículos campamento o área de picnic, hogares en el Bosque Nacional deportivos o en las Estaciones deshágase de toda la basura Debido al potencial de incen­ Cleveland. Algunos están de Guardabosques. Siempre se apropiadamente o lléveselo con dio incontrolado, los admin­ amenazados o en peligro de requiere una licencia para usted. No debe quedar ninguna istradores forestales pueden extinción porque no hay realizar estos deportes. huella de su visita, tener la necesidad de restringir suficiente habitat adecuado especialmente cuando usted el uso de los bosques con el fin La cacería no está permitida para ellos. En diferentes esté viajando en senderos en de proteger al público y a los dentro de una distancia de 150 tiempos del año, algunos yardas de cualquier sitio de áreas remotas. recursos naturales de la región. senderos, campamentos o acampar, senderos, estaciones El Bosque Nacional Cleveland Las restricciones puestas en su caminos son cerrados por el de incendios, edificios del ha estado aquí por casi cien lugar en determinado tiempo, Servicio Forestal para proteger bosque nacional, áreas de años. Antes y por muchísimos dependerán de las circunstan­ las plantas y animales nativos cias locales, tales como las vehículos para años fué el hogar de muchos condiciones del clima y del uso fuera de tribus de Americanos Nativos combustible, así como en la carreteras (off­ (Native Americans). Por favor situación de incendios a lo highway ayude a mantener esta tierra largo de California. Las condi­ vehicle area), o tan bella y limpia como usted ciones locales, especialmente la en propiedad la encontró. lluvia, también serán factores privada para reducir el grado de restric­ ubicada dentro Pase de Aventura del Bosque ciones. Estas restricciones Nacional Todos los visitantes del pueden ser aplicables a todo el Cleveland. bosque deben de mostrar un bosque, o únicamente a por­ Pase de Recreo en su vehículo ciones de el. Verifique antes de El tiro al cuando lo estacione con ir! Llame at 619­593­2183. blanco está propósitos de recreación en el restringido bosque. Compre su Pase en Ayude a Prevenir debido al gran tiendas de deporte, las Oficinas Incendios número de del Guardabosques, ó en la personas Oficina del Supervisor. Innecesarios utilizando el Debido al clima seco, el incendio es siempre un peligro en los bosques. A todos los visitantes se les indica que Verifique antes de ir! hagan sus fogatas únicamente 619­593­2183 en los anillos designados ubicados en las áreas de www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland acampar. Las fogatas nunca son permitidas a través de los Peligro de incendio: ALTO. caminos aislados ó en áreas Cleveland National Forest 5 Trabuco Trabuco Ranger District

he northern section of Cleveland National Route 74), which connects Lake Forest encompasses the Santa Ana Elsinore (on I­15) to San Juan Capistrano on the coast. This TMountains in Riverside and Orange scenic route climbs steeply Counties. The elevation varies from 1,140 feet to above Lake Elsinore (watch for hang­gliders) and then follows 5,687 feet, with very steep topography in most San Juan Canyon through the places. More than 90% of the district is covered Forest. Along this route are with chaparral. Administrative offices and visitor campground and picnic areas in woodlands of coast live oak information are in Corona at the Trabuco Ranger and sycamores. Most of the sur­ Station. A Visitor Information Center is located rounding area is chaparral. The Juan Loop begins off the Main Divide Road, a dirt road next to the El Cariso Fire Station and in Silverado with some dirt sections, runs Ortega Highway across from Canyon, near Maple Springs road gate. north and south along the the Country Cottage Candy Store. (The lower trailhead is The Ranger District is named in the canyon by a Spanish sol­ mountain crest; always check unsigned and is located in the for Trabuco Canyon on the west dier during the Portola expedi­ for road conditions or closures Upper San Juan Campground). side of the Santa Ana Moun­ tion of 1769. before planning to use this The trail winds along San Juan tains. Trabuco, meaning “blun­ road. The main visitor access route Creek, through the chaparral derbuss” in colonial Spanish, Most of the activity in this is the Ortega Highway (State but also through wooded areas. was a weapon apparently lost area is hiking, biking, and If you want to make a little horseback riding. All trails are longer walk, you can take the open to mountain bikes except Chiquito Trail which joins it, for nature trails and wilderness but you will have to retrace trails. A popular and challeng­ your steps. ing mountain bike trail is the 11­mile San Juan Trail. The On the other side of the upper trailhead is at Blue Jay mountains is the Holy Jim Campground. Equestrians like Trail, named after an early set­ the San Mateo Canyon Trail, tler. Access is via Trabuco which starts at the Tenaja Falls Trailhead; or the Tenaja Trail, which starts at the Tenaja Trailhead. Two favorite casual walk­ Check before you go! ing areas for families are in 619­593­2183 this area. The El Cariso Nature Trail is a 1.5 mile www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland loop that begins at the El Cariso Fire Station. The San San Mateo Canyon Wilderness Trabuco Developed Sites Family Campgrounds Approx. Camp Max RV Toilets Season 1st Come Daily Amenities/ Map Symbol/Site Name Elevation Units Length (F/V*) Open 1st Serve Site Fee Notes

a Blue Jay 3400' 50 20' V All year X $15 f(no reservations) a El Cariso 2600' 24 22' V May­Oct. X $15 f(no reservations) a Upper San Juan 1800' 18 32' V June­Sept. X $15 f(no reservations) B Wildomar 2400' 15 22' V All year X $10 fOHV (no reservations) Group Campgrounds Approx. Group Max RV Toilets Season 1st Come Daily Amenities/ Map Symbol/Site Name Elevation Units Length F/V* Open 1st Serve Site Fee Notes 30­70 person capacity/unit; b Falcon 3300' 3 20'­40' V All year $50­100 f reservations required. 1­877­444­6777 Picnic Areas Approx. Picnic Max RV Toilets Season 1st Come Daily Amenities/ Map Symbol/Site Name Elevation Sites Length F/V* Open 1st Serve Site Fee Notes

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p Bear Canyon 2200' ­ V All year 6wfHorse trailer parking; parking at San Juan Loop W Holy Jim 1300' ­ ­ All year $5 w­ Interpretive Trail Amenities ∑ Maple Springs 1100' 1 V Seasonal closure cVisitor Center fdrinking water ∑ Morgan 2600' ­ ­ All year $5 6w 6horse trail ∑ San Juan/Blue Jay 2200' 50 ­V All year $5 cf dwheelchair accessible p San Juan (Hot Springs) 2200' 1 ­V All year $5 cf cpicnic areas p San Juan Loop 2200' ­­V All year $5 6wf­ Horse trailer parking whiking trail ∑ Tenaja Falls 2600' ­ ­ All year $5 6w ­ bikes allowed p Tenaja 2000' ­­V All year $5 6wfHorse trailer parking 9OHV ∑ Wildomar 2400' 15 V All year $5 cf9 * V=vault; F=flush 6 Cleveland National Forest Trabuco Canyon Road which can be reached via Santiago Canyon Road or El Toro Road out of 91 To Riverside Laguna Hills. The trail follows z Holy Jim Creek and at 1 1/4 To Anaheim TRABUCO� miles reaches the Falls. A 5 � � mile hiking trail to the Main s � S CORONA� N Divide Road branches off just A below the Falls. A trail guide N � TA � describing the history of the A 15 N � To Tustin A 0 5 miles S an M tia O go U Maple Springs Rd (5S04) s N TEMESCAL� C T a A n I � SILVERADO s y N o S n To Perris� R 74 d HOLY JIM Area of Enlargement and I­215

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Cleveland National Forest 7 Palomar Palomar Ranger District alomar Ranger District, located in the town of Ramona, is named for Palomar Mountain, Pa 6,126 foot rounded peak in the middle of the District. Palomar, meaning “dove” in colonial Spanish, was named by settlers who saw flocks of birds around the mountain. The Palomar District includes The Observatory is owned the Agua Tibia Wilderness to the and operated by the California north, the San Diego River Institute of Technology and watershed to the south, and the houses six telescopes. Construc­ Indian Flats camping area to the tion of the first telescope began east. The federal lands are inter­ in the late 1930s, but because spersed with county, state, and of World War II, it was not com­ private lands as well as Indian pleted until 1947. The obser va­ reservations. If you plan to ven­ tory is open to the public 9 a.m. Lake Henshaw can be seen on the scenic drive to Palomar ture off the main highways, be to 4 p.m. daily for a self­guided Mountain. sure to check at the local Ranger tour of the 200 inch telescope. inches of rain was recorded. Its toms become quite warm, Station in Ramona (760­788­ At the nearby Fry Creek and location separate from nearby hence the name Agua Tibia, or 0250) for road conditions and Observatory Campgrounds mountains allows it to catch “warm water” in Spanish. closures on private land. you can camp under evergreens winter storm rains coming off Free wilderness permits are Palomar Mountain is located and oaks trees. The 2.1­mile the ocean. Visitors should required for overnight use only. 35 miles east of Oceanside off Observatory Trail begins at the remember to dress in layers Because the fire hazard is high Highway 76. County Road S6 east end of the Obser vatory when traveling to Palomar. because of the dense brush, (South Grade Road) leads to Campground and ends at the To the north, the main access campfires are not allowed in Palomar Observatory and two Observatory. to the Agua Tibia Wilderness is the wilderness. Forest Service campgrounds. Palomar Mountain is one of the Dripping Springs Trail County Road S7 (East Grade Indian Flats Campground is the wettest locations in Southern (about 6.8 miles long), part of east of Highway 79 near Road) leads to Palomar California. In 1993, a record 97 approximately 25 miles of Mountain State Park. Warner Springs. Scattered oaks pathways in the wilderness. The provide shade for 17 camp sites steep hillsides are covered with in this high desert area. A seg­ thick chaparral, and some ment of the Pacific Crest Trail is plants may be as old as one accessible along the paved hundred years. The tops of the Indian Flats Road. mountains are covered with pine, fir, and oak trees. Agua In the south near Santa Tibia Mountain is 4,400 feet Ysabel is a picnic area and and Eagle Crag is 5,077 feet. short nature trail. The 1/2 mile Snow falls occasionally in win­ Inaja Memorial Interpretive ter and early spring. Trail offers views in all direc­ tions and a walk through the The best time to hike is from chaparral. A trail guide describ­ late autumn through early ing the natural history of the spring. The rest of the year tem­ area and a monument that peratures can reach as high as commemorates the eleven fire­ 100 degrees during the summer fighters who lost their lives in months; or as low as 20­30 1956, is available at the District degrees during the winter time. office. Love Valley is a scenic area on County Road S7, East Grade Road. Small pools in the canyons bot­ Palomar Developed Sites Family Campgrounds Approx. Camp Max RV Toilets Season Daily First­Come Reservation Amenities/ Map Symbol/Site Name Elevation Units Length (F/V*) Open Site Fee First Serve Accepted Notes

closed March­May for arroyo toad a Dripping Springs 1600' 33 22' V June­Feb. $12 X f6wbreeding season a Fry Creek 4900' 20 15' V May­Nov. $12 X f(no trailers) closed March­May for arroyo toad a Indian Flats 3600' 17 15' V June­Feb. $10 X wfPCT access breeding season a Oak Grove 2800' 81 27' F All year $10/20 X uwf a Observatory 4800' 42 27' F May­Nov. $15/23 X uwf Group Campgrounds Approx. Group Max RV Toilets Season Daily First­Come Reservation Amenities/ Map Symbol/Site Name Elevation Units Length (F/V*) Site Fee First Serve Accepted Notes 50 person capacity; b Crestline Group 4800' 1 ­V May­Nov. $75 X fdreservations required. 1­877­444­6777 Picnic Areas Approx. Picnic Max RV Toilets Season Daily First­Come ReservationAmenities/ Map Symbol/Site Name Elevation Sites Length (F/V*) Site Fee First Serve Accepted Notes Amenities fdrinking water c San Luis Rey 2550' 11 17' V All year $5 X fdfishing nearby cpicnic areas c Inaja Memorial 3400' 10 ­V All year $0 X wdW d Trailheads wheelchair accessible Approx. Toilets Season Daily Amenities/ picnic site Map Symbol/Site Name Elevation F/V* Site Fee† Notes 6horse trail ∑ Dripping Springs 1600' V All year $0 f6w w * V=vault; F=flush hiking trail uamphitheatre W 8 Cleveland National Forest interpretive trail Palomar

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he Descanso Ranger District is bisected by but it is not easy. At the top, a Many longer trails cross this panoramic view is possible on area. The Noble Canyon Trail Interstate 8 in San Diego County. The north­ clear days. (10 miles), the Big Laguna west portion in the Laguna Mountains is the Trail (6.7 miles) and the Pacific T The Desert View Nature Trail most heavily visited. The southern section includes makes a loop from Burnt Ran­ Crest Trail (37 miles) are some of the longer ones. A complete two wilderness areas, Pine Creek and Hauser. The cheria Campground and follows the Pacific Crest trail for some of list of trails is available on the area is administered by the Descanso Ranger its 1.2 miles. Views of the desert Forest’s website or at the Ranger Office, located near the town of Alpine, off to the east are the main feature Station. as the trail follows the rim of The Laguna Meadow is a Interstate 8. the mountain. The Kwaaymii 900­acre wet meadow in the Descanso means “rest” or State Park (800­444­7275) and Cultural Trail (formerly the middle of the Recreation Area, “repose” in Spanish. A party of some private campgrounds in Indian Hill Nature trail) is a accessible via the Sunset, Noble, land surveyors rested at a ranch nearby communities. 1/2­mile loop near the Visitor and Big Laguna trails. It is a house in this community, which Information Center. It climbs to remnant of a series of seasonal­ A map of the Sunrise Scenic Pinyon Point, a pinyon nut ly wet meadows that were once is on Old Highway 80 about 2 Byway with points of interest is miles north of I­80. gathering and grinding area. extensive in the Palomar and available on the Cleveland Laguna Mountain areas. The Sunrise Scenic Byway National Forest web site (County Route S1) begins at www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland. A Laguna Junction on Interstate 8 visitor information center (619­ and runs through the Laguna 473­8547) is located at Mt. Mountain Recreation Area. Laguna and is staffed by volun­ From viewpoints along the teers on weekends and holidays. highway, travelers can view the San Diego State University desert and Salton Sea to the east operates the nearby Mount and San Diego, Point Loma and Laguna Observatory. Along the Pacific Ocean to the west. the Byway are a number of There are some tourist facilities short nature trails. Wooded Hill in Pine Valley and Mt. Laguna Nature Trail leads hikers to one along the way. In addition to of the highest points (6,223 the Forest Service campgrounds feet) in the Recreation Area. It (listed below) camping is avail­ is only 1.5 mile long (a short able at Cuyamaca Rancho 1/2 mile loop is also possible) Hiking in the Laguna Recreation Area. Descanso Developed Sites

Family Campgrounds Approx. Camp Max RV Toilets Season Daily First­Come Reservation Amenities/ Map Symbol/Site Name Elevation Units Length (F/V*) Site Fee† First Serve Accepted Notes B Bobcat Meadow 3800' 20 27' V All year AP X Primitive campground; OHV use PCT access; reservations for 17 equestrian sites; closed a Boulder Oaks 3300' 30 27' V Partial $10/24 X X w6fMarch–May for arroyo toad breeding. Call district for dates. PCT access; reservations for 1/2 sites a Burnt Rancheria 6000' 109 40' V/F 5/15­10/31 $15 X X wFduf a Cibbets Flat 4200' 25 27' V All year $10 X wcf B Corral Canyon 3500' 20 27' V All year AP X fOHV use a Laguna 5600' 104 40' V/F All year $15 X X wduFvof

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Ranger � District 78 �5 �15 z � Ramona SUPERVISOR'S OFFICE� z � 67 Office List (Rancho Bernardo) � Descanso� Ranger � z � Cleveland District 8 Alpine � National Forest Supervisor’s Office 10845 Rancho Bernardo Rd. Suite 200 Forest volunteers after a day of work. San Diego, CA 92127­2107 858­673­6180 Be A Volunteer! CRS/TTY 711 Volunteering in the Cleveland National Forest San Mateo Wilderness Mounted can be a rewarding and educational experience. Assistance Unit Descanso Ranger Sta. Volunteers with professional skills are welcome Dottie George • (949) 661­7649 • [email protected] 3348 Alpine Boulevard and sought after, and volunteering is a great way Carol Shapiro • (949) 582­0587 • [email protected] Alpine, CA 91901­3923 to learn new skills, too! By donating your time to This group conducts horseback patrols through the 619­445­6235 the Forest, you will learn through on­the­job train­ San Mateo Wilderness. Groups of 2 to 5 ride through ing, listening and observing first hand. the wilderness area, provide the Forest Service with writ­ Palomar Ranger Sta. ten reports on trail conditions and visitor numbers, do 1634 Black Canyon Road There is no limit to what you can do to help the minor trail improvements and trash removal, and offer Ramona, CA 92065­1205 Cleveland National Forest. You can join one of the information and assistance to visitors to the forest. 760­788­0250 existing affiliated volunteer organizations or volun­ San Diego Fire Recovery Network teer on your own. Contact the Forest Volunteer Trabuco Ranger Sta. Coordinator by calling the Forest Supervisor’s Office Volunteers

at (858) 673­6180. We’ll be expecting your call! C/O San Diego River Park Foundation 1147 East Sixth Street 4981 Pacific Highway, Suite 114 Corona, CA 92879 San Diego, CA 92110 951­736­1811 Astronomy Clubs www.sandiegoriver.org/sdfrn Palomar Ranger District Geoffrey D. Smith, Volunteer Coordinator 1634 Black Canyon Road Angeles Nat. Forest (858) 442­1425 • [email protected] Ramona, CA 92065 626­574­1613 (760) 788­0250 • http://www.sipe.com/explore/ This group aids in the restoration of San Diego County’s human and natural environments on public Amateur astronomers from throughout southern San Bernardino N.F. lands. Projects include brush clearing, fence building, California share their star­gazing insights with visitors light construction, trail repair, erosion control, exotic 909­382­2600 from beautiful Observatory Campground on Palomar plant removal and more. Mountain. Join them from May through October Los Padres N.F. (weather permitting) and listen to the informative talk 805­968­6640 at dusk followed by star gazing! SHARE Mountain Bike Club 3535 Pacific Coast Hwy #226 Check before you go: Corona Del Mar, CA 92625­0226 Volunteer Trail Patrols Ken Rands • 949­636­0345 Palomar Ranger District www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland [email protected] • www.sharemtb.com 619­593­2183 1634 Black Canyon Road Ramona, CA 92065 SHARE Mountain Bike Club of Orange County pro­ National Recreation Chris Nyce, Palomar Recreation and Lands Officer motes responsible mountain biking. They organize trail (760) 788­0250 • [email protected] work, have educational programs, host events, and Reservation Service This program allows volunteers to interact with the ride! Trail maintenance programs focus on local, state 1­877­444­6777 public on trails. There is a need for volunteers to help and county parks but also help in the Cleveland the public understand the current conditions of the National Forest. State Park Reservation Forest. Sierra Club, Santa Ana Mountains 800­444­7275 Laguna Mountain Volunteer Task Force For all emergencies, Association 3435 Wilshire Blvd #320 call 911 3348 Alpine Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90010­1904 Alpine, CA 91901 John Kaiser, Trails Coordinator • [email protected] Sandi Jacobson (714) 968­4677 • www.angeles.sierraclub.org/sam The U.S. Department of Agriculture (619) 445­6235 • [email protected] • www.lmva.org The Santa Ana Mountains in South Orange County, (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its We are a vital, fun, hardworking group. Volunteers California, is one of the 18 most threatened wilderness programs and activities on the basis of help with the newsletter, trail maintenance/construc­ areas in the world. This wilderness holds a great diver­ race, color, national origin, age, disabili­ tion, nature walks, and campfire programs. Other sity of wildlife. Volunteers perform monthly trail main­ ty, and where applicable, sex, marital opportunities include being part of the wilder ness tenance projects, mostly in the San Mateo W ilderness. status, familial status, parental status, patrol, mounted patrol (with own horse), mountain religion, sexual orientation, genetic infor­ bike patrol and helping staff the Visitor Information Trails 4 All mation, political beliefs, reprisal, or 3001 Irvine Blvd Center. Check out our events on the web. because all or part of an individual's Irvine, CA 92602 income is derived from any public assis­ Jim Meyer • (714) 734­8188 • [email protected] tance program. (Not all prohibited bases Off­Highway Vehicle Volunteer Groups www.trails4all.org apply to all programs.) Persons with dis­ Volunteers (individuals and community organiza­ abilities who require alternative means Trails 4 All is an umbrella organization that works tions) assist with the completion of grant projects, trail for communication of program informa­ with bicycle, equestrian and hiking organizations in work, clean­ups, and maintenance. You can actively tion (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) Orange County to promote trail use and maintenance. participate in the administration of your public lands should contact USDA's TARGET Center at Trail projects are conducted on forest, city and county within the Cleveland National Forest. Contact the dis­ (202) 720­2600 (voice and TDD). To file a public lands in Orange County. complaint of discrimination, write to trict in which you are interested in supporting. USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., The Warrior’s Society Pacific Crest Trail Association Chris Vargas, Executive Director Washington, D.C. 20250­9410, or call 5325 Elkhorn Blvd., PMB #256 11278 Roanoke Court (800) 795­3272 (voice) or (202) 720­6382 Sacramento, CA 95842 Cypress, CA 90630 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity (916) 349­2109 • www.pcta.org • [email protected] provider and employer. (714) 894­7046 • [email protected] • Pete Fish, PCTA Region 1 Volunteer Coordinator www.warriorssociety.org Published 2005, Cleveland National (805) 658­6540 • [email protected] Forest. This publication is provided with Based on the American Indian traditions of the Volunteers work on parts of the 2,600­mile­long funds from the Adventure Pass Program. Warrior’s Society, this club is made up of wilderness Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) both as trail Printed on recycled paper. cyclists, trail runners and hikers who have dedicated adopters and through regularly scheduled weekend themselves to improving and protecting the trails of projects (1­4 days) and service trips (5­10 days). the Trabuco District of the Cleveland National Forest. They must also share the love of the land and the endurance to ride or hike it. 12 Cleveland National Forest