From Quartz Hill you can reach Saddleback Butte State Park for rolling desert vistas and moderate trails that are easy to access from nearby parking areas. Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park is another popular stop, with dramatic rock formations and pull-off spaces well suited to unhitching and short hikes. Scenic drives along Highway 14 offer sweeping desert and mountain views, with ample roadside parking or trailhead lots to stage a day outing. Each spot has parking or nearby camp options, so you can plan flexible outings without long hikes back to your vehicle.