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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Escondido

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Escondido, California

Updated July 10, 2019
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Elfin Forest

This dark, quiet forest on the outskirts of San Diego is dense with rumor and lore.
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Escondido, California

Queen Califia's Magical Circle

A large sculptural artwork and garden in Escondido, California.
Heartbreak Hotel House

Escondido, California

Heartbreak Hotel House

Sojourn to the past at this residence teeming with 1950s memorabilia.
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Carlsbad, California

Copper Creek Falls and Mine

The overgrown ruins of a once thriving World War I-era copper mine.
7 miles from Escondido
The Do Nothing Machine

Carlsbad, California

Craftsmanship Museum

This large collection of tiny things revels in the art of fine machinery well made.
8 miles from Escondido
Atop the potato chip

Ramona, California

Potato Chip Rock

This Pringle-shaped ledge makes for the perfect photo op.
9 miles from Escondido
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Vista, California

‘The Messenger’

A colorful street mural created in downtown Vista by world-renowned spray-paint artist Chor Boogie (Jason Hailey), who grew up in the area.
10 miles from Escondido
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