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…
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…
The Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in Maryland is one of the best bird-watching spots in the U.S. Located less than 2 hours from the Baltimore/Washington metro area, it makes visitors feel miles from civilization. WEBSITE: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Blackwater/ Overview The Eastern Shores of Maryland remain relatively undeveloped, especially for the crowded east coast. This was an area…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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. This should be your first stop when visiting Mission Trails. WEBSITE: https://mtrp.org/visitor-center/ The Mission Trails area is massive and expanding. However, unlike the expansion in much of urban San Diego, Mission Trails…
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…
With over 60 miles of hiking trails, Mission Trails Regional Park in San Diego is one of the largest urban parks in the United States. This is our guide to hiking Mission Trails. Overview WEBSITE: https://mtrp.org/ Mission Trails Regional Park was started in 1974. It continues to grow today as new areas are added. Currently…