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Red-tailed Roost Trailhead

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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]  

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