Bakertool13 0 Posted July 21, 2012 Hey guys, my wife has some family in town who want to get somewhere with an awesome view, the first place that came to mind was the top of otay mountain but i have only gone on the DR and dont know if its doable in a car, anyone have experience with this in a passenger sedan or anything? I know when i went on the bike it seemed like mostly blue gravel and didnt look all that difficult. Thanks for the advice! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted July 21, 2012 Hey guys, my wife has some family in town who want to get somewhere with an awesome view, the first place that came to mind was the top of otay mountain but i have only gone on the DR and dont know if its doable in a car, anyone have experience with this in a passenger sedan or anything? I know when i went on the bike it seemed like mostly blue gravel and didnt look all that difficult. Thanks for the advice! I would absolutely do it in your car! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CVRick 42 Posted July 21, 2012 I went up there a little ways yesterday in my tacoma. dusty but no problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bakertool13 0 Posted July 21, 2012 Im talking passenger sedan though, if i had a truck or suv i wouldnt be concerned haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted July 21, 2012 Im talking passenger sedan though, if i had a truck or suv i wouldnt be concerned haha that's why i said YOUR car... yes; your car can do it... but I would not take MY car on it... some potholes, etc. But your car can do it, and as long as you are going slow, it'll be fine you want to show them some views? Sunrise highway to the desert overlook... Mt Soledad and Pt Loma. Those are my suggestions Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted July 22, 2012 SUV - Jeep rentals are relatively cheap. Gliderport in Torrey Pines, etc as BS mentioned. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hodnettjj 0 Posted July 22, 2012 While you're up there keep an eye out for my spark arrester please... Enjoy the view... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Riggerdan 147 Posted July 22, 2012 that road is practical paved from TT they have graded it and paved it a few months ago (maybe not paved) but what ever they do with some tar and pebbles i think it would be no problem with a car........... not to far away if you need help........(: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted July 22, 2012 OK- paulmbowers and I rode this entire area today, from San Ysidro along the border road; I stand by my original statement- I'd take your car, with no reservations MY car, I wouldn't want to worry about the random potholes, rock chips, and chalky dust. Also, we also went by the desert overlook, and saw great views... Overlooking the Viejas casino on viejas Grade Looking over Pine Valley area on Deer Park Road In short- lots of views just as great elsewhere Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 516 Posted July 22, 2012 Otay Mountain ? That's probably the last place I'd think of taking visitors for views. How about Mt. Soledad or Mt. Helix ? Or Mt. Laguna, sure...it's an hour drive, but the views can't be beat. This is jut my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
