Point of Interest
The Inaja Picnic Area memorializes 11 firefighters who lost their lives in the San Diego River canyon while battling the 60,000-acre Inaja Fire in 1956. This was one of worst firefighting disasters in U.S. history. The Inaja Trail, one of four trails in San Diego County showcased as a "National Recreation Trail," begins right on the edge of the picnic area.
Length: 1 Miles
Loop Trail: No
Primary Trail Type: Backcountry
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Agency: USDA Forest Service
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Location: Picnic area is approximately 1-2 miles east of Santa Ysabel on Hwy 78.
County: San Diego
State: CA
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Driving Directions:
From Romona go east on HWY 78 for approximately 15 miles to Santa Ysabel. Picnic area is approximately 1-2 miles east of Santa Ysabel on Hwy 78.
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Average Width: 30 Inches
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Year Designated: 1979
