Cars started lining up at the lookout on State Park Road about an hour before the fireworks began on the Fourth of July. Of course I had to go over and visit a bit, passing out Save Palomar Mountain Postcards. People drove up the Grade from all over San Diego County to have this front-row seat. Families, couples, lots of kids and a professional photographer with several tri-pods set up. Folks told me they come up often. They escape their busy city live to rejuvenate, get a big breath of fresh air and take in the amazing views. Some said it is their tradition to see the fireworks. They also come for the snow or just a quick tail-gate picnic from the back of their vehicle, star gaze and escape city life.
We saw small planes circling and a couple of ships out in the Pacific watching the shows, too. Minutes before the shows began, a couple dozen cars had maxed out the parking area. Lots more cars planned to pull in but needed to continue on. I decided to cruise the mountain a bit and saw Palomar is a pretty popular viewing site.
How many firework locations can be seen from Palomar Mountain? We’ve counted 17 on Fourth of July. However, Sea World in San Diego invites you to “end your evening with the dazzling new Enchanted Wonders Fireworks Spectacular”. Pick a clear night and it is free admission from the Rim of the World on Palomar!
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