San Diego Hikes: South Fortuna Mountain via North Fortuna

San Diego Hikes: South Fortuna Mountain via North Fortuna

Mission Trails Regional Park introduced the 5-Peak Challenge in 2015 in order to get hikers to explore more trails.  South Fortuna is the shortest mountain in the challenge, but it is just as challenging as the higher peaks.  This is a guide to hiking South Fortuna mountain from the north side along the saddle trail…

San Diego Hikes: South Fortuna Mountain at Mission Trails

San Diego Hikes: South Fortuna Mountain at Mission Trails

Mission Trails Regional Park introduced the 5-Peak Challenge in 2015 in order to get hikers to explore more trails.  South Fortuna is the shortest mountain in the challenge, but it is just as challenging as the higher peaks. Starting Point: West Fortuna Staging Area parking lot at eastern end of Clairemont Mesa Blvd Length: 5…

Hiking San Diego: Visitor Center Loop at Mission Trails Regional Park

Hiking San Diego: Visitor Center Loop at Mission Trails Regional Park

Mission Trails Regional Park is one of the largest urban parks in the United States.  At its heart is a state-of-the-art visitor’s center.  One of the most family friendly hikes in the park is the short Visitor Center Loop Trail. Starting Point: Visitor Center, Mission Trails Regional Park Length: 1.5 mile Elevation: 150 foot gain…

Hiking San Diego: Climbers Loop at Mission Trails Regional Park

Hiking San Diego: Climbers Loop at Mission Trails Regional Park

Mission Trails Regional Park is great for hiking.  However, it is also a paradise for rock climbers.  Climbers Loop Trail is a short 1-mile trail that takes you to the best rock-climbing areas. Starting Point: Father Junipero Serra Trail near Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor’s Center Length: 1 mile Elevation: 400 foot gain and loss…

 Biking San Diego: Father Junipero Serra Trail

 Biking San Diego: Father Junipero Serra Trail

Mission Trails Regional Park is great for hiking.  There are also plenty of mountain biking trails.  For those looking for an easier ride through the park the paved 2-mile Father Junipero Serra Trail is great for a family bike ride. Starting Point: Old Mission Dam or Visitor’s Center, Mission Trails Regional Park Length: 4 miles…

San Diego Hikes: Kwaay Paay Peak Trail at Mission Trails

San Diego Hikes: Kwaay Paay Peak Trail at Mission Trails

Mission Trails Regional Park introduced the 5-Peak Challenge in 2015 in order to get hikers to explore more trails.  Kwaay Paay Peak is an incredibly scenic hike that also remains uncrowded. Starting Point: Old Mission Dam, Mission Trails Regional Park Length: 2.5 to 3 miles Elevation: 900 foot gain and loss Type: out-and-back with loop…

San Diego Hikes: Kwaay Paay Loop Trail at Mission Trails

San Diego Hikes: Kwaay Paay Loop Trail at Mission Trails

Fun Diego Family is on a quest to hike all 60-miles of trails in Mission Trails Regional Park.  In the process we are building our own custom hikes.  This is short level-2 hike that goes halfway up Kwaay Paay Peak. Starting Point: Old Mission Dam, Mission Trails Regional Park Length: 1 mile Elevation:   250 foot…

Hiking San Diego: Grinding Rocks Trail at Mission Trails Regional Park

Hiking San Diego: Grinding Rocks Trail at Mission Trails Regional Park

Grinding Rocks Trail is a short add-on walk to several hikes in San Diego’s Mission Trails Regional Park.  This walk takes you to the area by the San Diego River where the native Kumeyaay would prepare their meals. Mission Trails Regional Park is huge and features over 60 miles of hiking trails.  Many of these…