Park in the Secret Canyon trailhead staging area on the south side of Old Hwy. A National Forest Adventure Pass is required to park. Allow 1.5 hours driving time from San Diego. 76 take S6 to Palomar Mountain. Turn in the first left past the park entrance and meet the Canyoneer host in the Silver Crest Picnic Area parking lot.
Facilities are available close to the trailhead.
Allow 2 hours driving time from San Diego. Drive 13.5 miles to the Penny Pines turnout near mile marker 27 and park there. A National Forest Adventure Pass is required to park. Allow 2 hours driving time from San Diego. Head to Volcan Peak for a lunch stop and a grand view of the area.