This trailhead is located at the end of Mt. Pinos Highway at an elevation of 8,360 ft. The trailhead provides non-vehicle access to the Mt Pinos Summit Botanical Area, Mt Pinos Condor Observation Site, the Chumash Wilderness , and the East end of the Tumamait Trail (21W03) . Snowfall in winter offers opportunities for snow sports. To get to the Tumamait Trail and the Condor Observation Site, take Forest Service Road 9N24 from the Southwest end of the Chula Vista Parking Lot for 2 miles.…
Chula Vista Trailhead is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.
See the map for Chula Vista Trailhead's exact location and directions.
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