Sunset Trail

This hike is a seven-mile loop, with just a little climbing along Sunset Trail at Mount Laguna. We'll pass by two lakes, Water-of-the-Woods (pictured above) and Big Laguna Lake. A rest stop is planned at or near Water-of-the-Woods, but it will be too early for lunch. The return along Big Laguna Trail is mostly flat.

We've done this hike before. For a complete description, including photographs, see
2016: https://www.meetup.com/sandiegodayhikers/events/234928848/
2019: https://www.meetup.com/sandiegodayhikers/events/266214087/

Leashed dogs are permitted.

Meet at 9:00 AM at the Penny Pines parking area on Sunrise Highway near mile 27.3 (N 32 54.35 W 116 27.45). A parking pass is NOT required to park at Penny Pines. At 9:15 AM we'll start to hike.

SUGGESTED ROUTE FROM SAN DIEGO: Take I-8 east about 40 miles to the Sunrise Highway exit. Turn north and follow Sunrise Highway (also known as County Highway S1) about 14 miles to the Penny Pines parking area just beyond the fourth cattle guard.

Wear good hiking shoes and suitable layered clothing, use sun protection, and take water. Take a camera if you wish. Call or send E-mail if you have questions.

The weather forecast (at weather.com) calls for warmer temperatures, hot in the valleys, but somewhat cooler in the mountains.

CONTACT: Philip Erdelsky cell 619-866-8512 e-mail: pje@efgh.com

Cell phone service is spotty and unreliable in the Mount Laguna area, but there is usually service at Penny Pines.

There are no rest rooms at Penny Pines, but there are some along Sunrise Highway. The closest are at the Visitor Center at Los Huecos Rd.

COVID-19: As usual, carry a face mask and wear it when required.