Facility · California ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Cleveland National Forest (NF) · Open Access
Laguna Mountain Visitors Center and Trailhead
Distance
0.5
Pets Allowed
Yes
Fees
Hike/Ride Time
1 hr
Difficulty
Easy
Best Seasons
Year Round
Location
Off Sunrise Hwy 1 at Mile Marker 23.5
Ranger District
Descanso Ranger District - (619) 445-6235
The Laguna Visitor’s Center is located on Sunrise Highway (mile marker 23.5) in the heart of Mount Laguna. Staffed by the Laguna Mountain Volunteer Association, the Visitor’s center provides interpretive opportunities as well as the chance to buy gifts and recreation passes. Flush toilets, bathrooms, and picnic tables also provide a great family setting for an afternoon outside - and since the temperatures in the area remain on the cooler side year round (due to the higher elevation), it makes for great recreation any time of the year. The Kwaaymii Nature Trail is located in the parking area, which provides a great opportunity for a short hike through gorgeous alpine meadows after a nice lunch.
32.86778, -116.41778 · 32°52'4.0"N 116°25'4.0"W
Typically 83°F in Jul, down to 50°F in Feb.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 50 | 50 | 54 | 61 | 68 | 78 | 83 | 82 | 76 | 67 | 57 | 51 |
| Low °F | 33 | 34 | 36 | 40 | 46 | 53 | 60 | 58 | 54 | 45 | 38 | 34 |
| Precip in | 2.7 | 4.8 | 2.6 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 2.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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