There are two 'Mount Palomars' as far as I can tell. There's the wimpy one with the observatory, paved road, and tourists, and then there's the higher peak with no tourists, a ten story lookout tower, and a better view. I'd opt for the latter one.
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| A view to the north. I'm pretty sure that's the San Bernardino mountains in the background on the right. The Temecula valley is in the distance on the left. |
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| A view to the north-east. This shot has been 'enhanced' to reduce the haze. |
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| Do not climb the tower if you suffer from vertigo. |
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| A valley to the south of Palomar. |
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| Hey, at least the smog gives good sunset. |
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| Times two. |