COVID-19 Park Status - The park is open for both day use and camping. ... Palomar Mountain State Park is open 7 days a week, 365 days a year. General day use: (hiking, picnicking & fishing): Dawn 'til dusk. Camping: Campgrounds are accessible 24 hours a day.

Why is Mt Palomar closed?

Due to the continuing pandemic, Palomar Observatory remains closed to the public. Visit the Tours and Greenway Talks headings in this section of our website for information about our online programs. Palomar Observatory is owned and operated by Caltech, and as such it is private property.

Can you hike Palomar Mountain?

Palomar Mountain State Park has over 11 miles of trails through oak forests, chaparral, grassy meadows and majestic fir and cedar woodlands. Go here for a trail map. Please note that only cash and checks are accepted for the day use entrance fee.