Red-tailed Roost Trailhead
Cost: Free
About
Red-Tailed Roost Trailhead
Trail Views [http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd516428.jpg] [http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd516428.jpg]
Distance
3.4 miles
Pets Allowed
Yes
Fees
None
Hike/Ride Time
Half day
Difficulty
Moderate
Best Seasons
Fall, Spring, Winter
Location
Near mile marker 22.5 on Sunrise Hwy. See Map [https://goo.gl/maps/qXnmANX9uqT2]
Ranger District
Descanso Ranger District - (619) 445-6235
A lovely area in the Laguna Mountains surrounded by black oaks and confier, the Red Tail Roost connects not only to the Big Laguna Trail System [http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cleveland/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=75022&actid=33] via Escondido Ravine Rd, but also to a number of spur trails, easily recognizable through posted signage. Great area for picnicking or short family hikes. Connects to the Red-tailed Roost loop spur, consisting of 3.4 miles with moderate incline and downhill sections. Add .6 miles if connecting to the Big Laguna [http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cleveland/recreation/recarea/?recid=47406&actid=51] from Escondido Spur trail. Hiking the entirety of Big Laguna will add an additonal 10 miles from this point.
For overnight camping enthusiasts, Burnt Rancheria Campground [http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cleveland/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=47424&actid=29] is a mere mile away and Wooded Hill Campground [http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cleveland/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=47520&actid=33] is a short half mile stroll.
For a list of more trails to explore in your area, please see our Recreation Trail Guide [http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/cleveland/explore]