Hot Springs Mountain Hiking Guide (San Diego County)
If you’re looking to summit the tallest peak in San Diego County, Hot Springs Mountain delivers a long, rewarding hike with big views and a true backcountry feel. This isn’t […]
San Diego 6 Pack of Peaks Challenge: What to Expect on Each Hike
The San Diego 6 Pack of Peaks Challenge is a bucket-list goal for local hikers looking to push themselves beyond the usual weekend trail. From forested mountains to brutal desert […]
Best Hikes in North County San Diego
The hiking scene in north county San Diego is very diverse. There’s hiking trails with ocean views, lakes, slot canyons, and some trails are off grid. Hikes range in difficulty […]
Hike Potato Chip Rock in San Diego
Potato Chip Rock in San Diego is one of the most popular hiking trails in the area. The infamous chip shaped rock at the summit attracts tons of locals and […]
Hiking Iron Mountain
Iron Mountain is a 6 mile out and back hike located in Poway. It’s easily accessible, free, dog friendly, and offers great views at the summit. For these reasons, Iron […]
Dog Friendly Hikes in San Diego
As a dog owner myself, I understand the feeling of wanting to take your dog everywhere. You’ll find plenty of dog friendly hikes in San Diego. Just remember to always […]
Local’s Guide: Cedar Creek Falls in San Diego
Cedar Creek Falls in San Diego is a popular waterfall hike. This seasonal waterfall is best seen in the winter/ spring after a good rain. In prior years, the waterfall […]
2024 Guide: Camping and Hiking Big Pine Lakes
About Big Pine Lakes After seeing many Instagram photos of the turquoise blue water, I finally decided it was time to check out Big Pine Lakes for myself. I did […]
Lawson Peak Hike (2024 Guide)
Lawson Peak hike is one of the most unique hikes in San Diego. Although it’s only 5 miles roundtrip, the steep incline and the bouldering make this a challenging but […]
San Diego Swimming Holes
San Diego truly has everything. Just 45 minutes away from the beach you’ll find natural swimming holes in San Diego’s state park. These hikes range in distance and difficulty so […]
El Cajon Mountain Trail
Hiking El Cajon Mountain trail has been on my to do list since 2020. I am so happy to say I’ve officially conquered the beast not once, but three times! […]
Hike Cuyamaca Peak Loop Trail
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park is a beautiful park located 50 miles east of San Diego. It’s only 20 min south of Julian. There are over 100 miles of trails for […]
Best Hiking Boots For Ankle Support in 2023
When it comes to hiking boots for ankle support, four things matter: comfort, ankle collar, sturdy sole, and weight. To keep your feet and ankles happy on the next trail, […]
Best Hiking Boots Under $100
As an outdoor enthusiast myself, I understand how important it is to have the right gear for your next adventure. At the start of the pandemic back in 2020, hiking […]
Hiking Mount Whitney in 18 Hours
Hiking Mount Whitney is one of the most physically challenging things I’ve done. It’s not for the weak or the inexperienced. It’s an extremely difficult but rewarding challenge. With the […]
Local’s Guide: Three Sisters Waterfall Hike
As an avid hiker, I make it a point to hike Three Sisters Waterfall every year. When it’s flowing, it’s such a beautiful waterfall. Before doing this hike, there’s certain […]
Hiking Chula Vista: Mother Miguel/ “Rock House”
Is Mother Miguel hiking trail open? YES, from sunrise to sunset. After seeing so many hikers post their infamous Rock House photo, I decided it was time to check out […]
5 Peak Challenge- Mission Trails Regional Park
What is the 5 Peak Challenge? If you just moved to San Diego, one of the first hikes you’ll probably do is Cowles Mountain. It’s a great first hike if […]
Hiking Poway: Goat Mountain
Goat Mountain is a challenging hike away from all the crowds with great views. Located in Poway, this hiking trail starts at the end of a cul-de-sac in one of […]
Hike Viejas Mountain- Alpine
Viejas Mountain is located in Alpine, just 35 minutes from downtown San Diego. This was a great sunrise hike! We started at 6 AM and made it back to our […]