Quail Springs Picnic Area
In addition to picnic tables and restrooms, this picnic area is a popular climbing spot.
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Quail Springs Picnic Area Details
The Quail Springs Picnic Area is 11.2 miles from the west (Highway 62) park entrance on Quail Springs Road/Park Boulevard. In addition to picnic tables and restrooms, several popular climbing sites, including the Quail Springs formation, Hound Rocks and Trashcan Rock, are located here.
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