Oak Grove/High Point Trail
Warner Springs, California
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33°22'57.8"N 116°47'27.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | California |
Hike and Mountain Bike
Oak Grove Trail is the oldest established trail on the Palomar Ranger District. Although a steep trail, it offers great views of the San Jacinto and San Gorgonio Mountains and the Oak Grove valley as you gain elevation. The trail connects with the Oak Grove Truck Trail offering access to High Point Lookout (an additional 5 miles one way). Bring lots of water.
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Cleveland National Forest : Recreation
Find and Discover Recreation Sites and Trails in Cleveland National Forest
https://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/cleveland/recreationNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Warner Springs, California
- Head east (0.6 mi)
- Keep right (0.4 mi)
- Turn left onto CA-79 N (13.8 mi)
- Turn left onto Woodridge Ln (0.2 mi)
- Turn leftDestination will be on the left(0.2 mi)
From the Los Angeles Basin, drive south on I-15 to Highway 79 South (Temecula). Follow Hwy 79 approx. 25 miles southeast to the Forest Service station at Oak Grove (west side of highway). Trailhead parking is located behind the office. From San Diego, follow I-8 east to Highway 67. Follow Hwy 67 north to Ramona. Follow Highway 78 east to Santa Ysabel and the junction with Highway 79. Follow Hwy 79 north, approx. 30 miles, to the Forest Service station at Oak Grove.
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