Palomar Mountain News

<<< From Friends of Palomar State Park, Rosemary Johnston

Come one, come all!!! Everyone is invited to visit the State Park Saturday June 15, 2024, for an event at the Silvercrest Picnic Area.

Park Interpreter, William Meyst has put together some interesting info on the history and culture in the area. Be sure to stop by Friends of the State Park Booth. You’ll also be able to go through the ‘secret’ paths to discover dozens of Indian Grinding holes tucked away under the trees.

Join us for a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of history and culture at Palomar Mountain State Park! We invite you to immerse yourself in an array of interactive exhibits and storytelling sessions that highlight the diverse heritage of the park. Explore artifacts, photographs, and multimedia presentations depicting the rich tapestry of Native American, Spanish, and American homesteader influences, as well as the park’s construction in the 1930s. Engage with knowledgeable staff and locals as they share insights into traditional crafts and skills. Concurrent storytelling sessions provide a dynamic backdrop, allowing you to hear captivating tales from respected elders and community members. Whether participating in hands-on activities, enjoying live demonstrations, or simply soaking in the natural beauty of the park, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as we come together to celebrate our shared heritage!

Directions: You may try parking at Silvercrest but might need to (or enjoy) parking outside the main entrance and walk the trailhead across the road, to the left of the Palomar Mountain State Park sign. Hike that trail about a mile and it drops you right down to the Silvercrest Parking lot. Or, drive past the Ranger Station and Silvercrest is the first driveway on your left.

Booths will be open from 10 am to 2pm >>>

From Save Palomar Mountain: As you drive along State Park Road, you might also notice the power lines that serve our homes and businesses as you approach the State Park. The poles travel up to Boucher Lookout where they drop down to Pauma Valley. Our power is brought up from Pauma to serve the mountain. We have been led to believe that one route for the 500,000 volt transmission lines might include traveling through the State Park. Imagine if you will, seeing 13 story, four legged towers carrying all those lines to power South Orange County and LA Basin. Clear cutting this mountain ANYWHERE would be a travesty. Please, let your voice be heard with a simple click at Save Palomar Mountain and thank you for getting the word out by sharing. Thank you!

Make it a wonderful weekend!