The Agua Tibia Wilderness now contains a total of 17,979 acres and is managed by the BLM's Palm Springs-South Coast Field Office and the Forest Service. All of the Wilderness is in the state of California. In 1975 the Agua Tibia Wilderness became part of the now over 109 million acre National Wilderness Preservation Sy
Maybe — confirm before you go.
This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
- Fee type Fee unknown — The fee structure here is unconfirmed.
- Source Official / Recreation.gov ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Check
- Official pagewww.wilderness.net ↗
- Contact 760-788-0250 · BLM_CA_Web_PS@blm.gov
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Agua Tibia Wilderness — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Palomar Divide Road, Palomar Divide Truck Trail, Woodchuck Road, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Depends Do you need a reservation?
A timed-entry or reservation system may apply at Agua Tibia Wilderness. Check the official site before you arrive.
Nearby sites
Beauty Mountain Wilderness
CheckThis Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
NPS National Park Service Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
