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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
Historical museum building at Peña Adobe Park - it is open during a limited schedule.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
Gardens on the museum grounds inside Peña Adobe Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
Hikers must cross to the far end of the spacious lawn to locate the bridge leading to the backcountry trails.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
A pedestrian bridge spans the gap between Peña Adobe Park and Lagoon Valley Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
Signed trails travel the Lagoon Valley Park backcountry area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
The backcountry trails offer any number of forks and side trails that hikers can choose.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
Scenic high points along the loop trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
Historical monuments located in the rugged backcountry hiking area at Lagoon Valley Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
Views of the surrounding area as the loop trail crosses the ridgeline of Lagoon Valley Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
View over Lagoon Valley Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
A table and viewing platform in the shade offer hikers a spot to rest and get out of the sun.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
The return portion to Peña Adobe Park is a narrow single track, however allows hikers to avoid hiking along the shoulderless park entrance road.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/09/2023
A bridge marks the return to Peña Adobe Park and the trailhead area.