## Overview

Science buffs and families are drawn to Observatory Campground for its
proximity to the Palomar Observatory, a world-class center of astronomy
research operated by the California Institute of Technology. Just two miles
from the observatory, the campground provides visitors with a unique learning
experience in the great outdoors. The facility offers a variety of amenities
for both tent and RV camping. Hiking, biking and picnicking can be found
nearby.

## Recreation

An exciting amateur astronomy project, Explore the Stars, occurs at the
campground on several weekends each summer. A group of amateur astronomers
from all across Southern California shares the beauty and awe of the night sky
to more than a hundred non-astronomers at the campground. Visitors can also
walk a 2.25-mile trail to the observatory itself.  
  
Day hiking, biking, picnicking and scenic driving are available in the area.
The campground makes a good base camp for visiting Palomar Mountain State Park
and exploring the surrounding forest.

## Facilities

An exciting amateur astronomy project, Explore the Stars, occurs at the
campground on several weekends each summer. A group of amateur astronomers
from all across Southern California shares the beauty and awe of the night sky
to more than a hundred non-astronomers at the campground. Visitors can also
walk a 2.25-mile trail to the observatory itself.  
  
Day hiking, biking, picnicking and scenic driving are available in the area.
The campground makes a good base camp for visiting Palomar Mountain State Park
and exploring the surrounding forest.

## Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 4,800 feet in the Palomar Mountains of
Southern California. The site is forested with pine and oak trees, though
several sites have been cleared to allow campers a wide view of the night sky.

## Nearby Attractions

The campground is adjacent to Palomar Mountain State Park and under a two-hour
drive from San Diego, California. A general store with basic necessities is
down the road.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Science buffs and families are drawn to Observatory Campground for its proximity to the Palomar Observatory, a world-class center of astronomy research operated by the California Institute of Technology. Just two miles from the observatory, the campground provides visitors with a unique learning experience in the great outdoors. The facility offers a variety of amenities for both tent and RV camping. Hiking, biking and picnicking can be found nearby.<h2>Recreation</h2>
An exciting amateur astronomy project, Explore the Stars, occurs at the campground on several weekends each summer. A group of amateur astronomers from all across Southern California shares the beauty and awe of the night sky to more than a hundred non-astronomers at the campground. Visitors can also walk a 2.25-mile trail to the observatory itself.
<br/><br/>
Day hiking, biking, picnicking and scenic driving are available in the area. The campground makes a good base camp for visiting Palomar Mountain State Park and exploring the surrounding forest.<h2>Facilities</h2>
An exciting amateur astronomy project, Explore the Stars, occurs at the campground on several weekends each summer. A group of amateur astronomers from all across Southern California shares the beauty and awe of the night sky to more than a hundred non-astronomers at the campground. Visitors can also walk a 2.25-mile trail to the observatory itself.
<br/><br/>
Day hiking, biking, picnicking and scenic driving are available in the area. The campground makes a good base camp for visiting Palomar Mountain State Park and exploring the surrounding forest.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits at an elevation of 4,800 feet in the Palomar Mountains of Southern California. The site is forested with pine and oak trees, though several sites have been cleared to allow campers a wide view of the night sky.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The campground is adjacent to Palomar Mountain State Park and under a two-hour drive from San Diego, California. A general store with basic necessities is down the road.

OBSERVATORY CAMPGROUND

Observatory view

Observatory Campground

## Overview

Fry Creek Campground is situated in the heart of Cleveland National Forest,
uniquely located down the road from the world-famous Palomar Observatory. The
fresh, clean air of the campground provides a refreshing getaway for visitors
from San Diego and Los Angeles.

The observatory, atop Palomar Mountain, boasts five high-tech telescopes,
among them, the massive 200-inch Hale Telescope, was the world's largest
effective telescope for about 45 years. The observatory is owned by the
California Institute of Technology and astronomical research includes near-
Earth asteroids and the study of distant galaxies.

## Recreation

At Observatory Campground, the site across from Fry Creek, there's a popular
astronomy event called Explore the Stars.  
  
Amateur astronomers gather here with their telescopes and share views of
planets and constellations with visitors. The event takes place one weekend
each month, April through October.

## Facilities

At Observatory Campground, the site across from Fry Creek, there's a popular
astronomy event called Explore the Stars.  
  
Amateur astronomers gather here with their telescopes and share views of
planets and constellations with visitors. The event takes place one weekend
each month, April through October.

## Natural Features

Fry Creek is at a 4,900 ft. elevation on Palomar Mountain. The area is dense
with evergreen and oak, and is usually cooler than the surrounding area.

## Nearby Attractions

The visitor center at Palomar Observatory is 2.2 miles away and can be
accessed by road or by hiking trail. A restaurant and gift shop are onsite.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Fry Creek Campground is situated in the heart of Cleveland National Forest, uniquely located down the road from the world-famous Palomar Observatory. The fresh, clean air of the campground provides a refreshing getaway for visitors from San Diego and Los Angeles. 
<p>
The observatory, atop Palomar Mountain, boasts five high-tech telescopes, among them, the massive 200-inch Hale Telescope, was the world's largest effective telescope for about 45 years. The observatory is owned by the California Institute of Technology and astronomical research includes near-Earth asteroids and the study of distant galaxies.  </p><h2>Recreation</h2>
At Observatory Campground, the site across from Fry Creek, there's a popular astronomy event called Explore the Stars. <br/><br/>
Amateur astronomers gather here with their telescopes and share views of planets and constellations with visitors. The event takes place one weekend each month, April through October.<h2>Facilities</h2>
At Observatory Campground, the site across from Fry Creek, there's a popular astronomy event called Explore the Stars. <br/><br/>
Amateur astronomers gather here with their telescopes and share views of planets and constellations with visitors. The event takes place one weekend each month, April through October.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Fry Creek is at a 4,900 ft. elevation on Palomar Mountain. The area is dense with evergreen and oak, and is usually cooler than the surrounding area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The visitor center at Palomar Observatory is 2.2 miles away and can be accessed by road or by hiking trail. A restaurant and gift shop are onsite.

FRY CREEK CAMPGROUND

Fry Creek campsite

Fry Creek Campground

## Overview

We apologize, this facility is not currently taking reservations. Day use site
hours are from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted at the site. Crestline
Picnic Ground is a convenient place for large families, church groups and
other social gatherings of up to 50 people. The facility is a popular
recreation site for visitors going to the Palomar Observatory, a world-class
center of astronomical research by the California Institute of Technology in
north San Diego County. Hiking, biking and picnicking are available nearby.

## Recreation

The picnic ground makes a good base camp for visiting the Palomar Observatory
Visitor Center and Palomar Mountain State Park or exploring the surrounding
forest. Day hiking, backpacking, biking, picnicking and scenic driving are
available in the area.

## Facilities

The picnic ground makes a good base camp for visiting the Palomar Observatory
Visitor Center and Palomar Mountain State Park or exploring the surrounding
forest. Day hiking, backpacking, biking, picnicking and scenic driving are
available in the area.

## Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 5,390 feet in the Palomar Mountains of
Southern California. The site is forested but has plenty of open space for
star gazing and playing.

## Nearby Attractions

The picnic ground is adjacent to Palomar Mountain State Park and less than a
two-hour drive from San Diego, California.

<h2>Overview</h2>
We apologize, this facility is not currently taking reservations.  Day use site hours are from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted at the site.

Crestline Picnic Ground is a convenient place for large families, church groups and other social gatherings of up to 50 people. The facility is a popular recreation site for visitors going to the Palomar Observatory, a world-class center of astronomical research by the California Institute of Technology in north San Diego County. Hiking, biking and picnicking are available nearby.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The picnic ground makes a good base camp for visiting the Palomar Observatory Visitor Center and Palomar Mountain State Park or exploring the surrounding forest. Day hiking, backpacking, biking, picnicking and scenic driving are available in the area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The picnic ground makes a good base camp for visiting the Palomar Observatory Visitor Center and Palomar Mountain State Park or exploring the surrounding forest. Day hiking, backpacking, biking, picnicking and scenic driving are available in the area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits at an elevation of 5,390 feet in the Palomar Mountains of Southern California. The site is forested but has plenty of open space for star gazing and playing.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The picnic ground is adjacent to Palomar Mountain State Park and less than a two-hour drive from San Diego, California.

Bird's eye view of the campground

Crestline Picnic Ground

## Overview

Located on the Cleveland National Forest, Oak Grove Campground is nestled in a
valley of large oak groves and manzanita.

## Recreation

Oak Grove Trail is a short walk of 1.5 miles and is located across Rt. 79,
behind the Ranger Station. 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). Be prepared with
plenty of drinking water.  
  
Hikers interested in exploring will find nearby Agua Tibia Wilderness worth
the drive as well.

## Facilities

Oak Grove Trail is a short walk of 1.5 miles and is located across Rt. 79,
behind the Ranger Station. 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). Be prepared with
plenty of drinking water.  
  
Hikers interested in exploring will find nearby Agua Tibia Wilderness worth
the drive as well.

## Natural Features

The attractive campground is comprised of chaparral vegetation such as canyon
live oaks, ribbonwood and chamise and offers open, but secluded sites. The
area offers stargazers an opportunity to view the clear night skies. Birders
will be pleased with the variety of wildlife and opportunities for viewing.
The Cleveland National Forest also boasts such species as mountain lion,
bobcat, mule deer, coyote, gray fox, ringtail cat, long tail weasel, opossum,
jackrabbits, desert cottontails, and California ground squirrel among many
others.

## Nearby Attractions

Palomar State Park and Palomar Observatory are located on county Rt. S6, where
an active telescope is available for viewing by the public. Temecula Wine
Country is also within driving distance. The closest town is Warner Springs

<h2>Overview</h2>
Located on the Cleveland National Forest, Oak Grove Campground is nestled in a valley of large oak groves and manzanita.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Oak Grove Trail is a short walk of 1.5 miles and is located across Rt. 79, behind the Ranger Station.  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). Be prepared with plenty of drinking water. <br/>
<br/>
Hikers interested in exploring will find nearby Agua Tibia Wilderness worth the drive as well.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Oak Grove Trail is a short walk of 1.5 miles and is located across Rt. 79, behind the Ranger Station.  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). Be prepared with plenty of drinking water. <br/>
<br/>
Hikers interested in exploring will find nearby Agua Tibia Wilderness worth the drive as well.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The attractive campground is comprised of chaparral vegetation such as canyon live oaks, ribbonwood and chamise and offers open, but secluded sites.  The area offers stargazers an opportunity to view the clear night skies.    
Birders will be pleased with the variety of wildlife and opportunities for viewing.  The Cleveland National Forest also boasts such species as mountain lion, bobcat, mule deer, coyote, gray fox, ringtail cat, long tail weasel, opossum, jackrabbits, desert cottontails, and California ground squirrel among many others.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Palomar State Park and Palomar Observatory are located on county Rt. S6, where an active telescope is available for viewing by the public.  Temecula Wine Country is also within driving distance.  The closest town is Warner Springs

OAK GROVE CAMPGROUND

Picnic table and grill under the shade of a large tree.

Oak Grove Campground

## Overview

Dripping Springs campground is a wonderful campground adjacent to the Agua
Tibia Wilderness.

## Recreation

Recreation in the area includes hiking, trail running, and backpacking.

## Facilities

Recreation in the area includes hiking, trail running, and backpacking.

## Natural Features

The campground is adjacent to sensitive riparian habitat which is home to the
endangered Arroyo Toad. The hills surrounding the campground are covered in
southern California chaparral which is host to a diverse population of flora
and fauna. The mountain tops above the campground are lined with coniferous
forest.

## Nearby Attractions

The campground is directly adjacent to Agua Tibia Wilderness. This wilderness
area includes a 20-mile hiking loop. The campground is also near Temecula,
California, and the Temecula Wine Country.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Dripping Springs campground is a wonderful campground adjacent to the Agua Tibia Wilderness.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Recreation in the area includes hiking, trail running, and backpacking.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Recreation in the area includes hiking, trail running, and backpacking.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is adjacent to sensitive riparian habitat which is home to the endangered Arroyo Toad. The hills surrounding the campground are covered in southern California chaparral which is host to a diverse population of flora and fauna. The mountain tops above the campground are lined with coniferous forest.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The campground is directly adjacent to Agua Tibia Wilderness. This wilderness area includes a 20-mile hiking loop. The campground is also near Temecula, California, and the Temecula Wine Country.

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