2021 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 some research, packed my bags, and headed on a 3 day/ 2 night camping trip to Bishop. We stayed at a campground near the trailhead […]
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 things you should know and prepare for. Preparation is key before every hike. This is not a beginner hike. It’s no secret that Three Sisters […]
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 the Mother Miguel hiking trail for myself. I was not disappointed! The views were awesome. If you can hike Cowles, you can hike Mother Miguel. […]
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 you’re new to the area. It’s part of Mission Trails Regional Park. The park itself is only 20 minutes from downtown San Diego. But there’s […]
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 check the weather before hiking with your dog, especially in the summer. Dogs overheat a lot faster than people do. If the temperature seems warm […]
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 cars at 8:30 AM, with a 30 min break at the top. Sunrise hikes in San Diego are great to avoid the crowds and the […]
North and South Fortuna
There are so many places to hike in San Diego. Just in Mission Trails Regional Park alone there are over 60 miles of hiking trails. North and South Fortuna Summit are 2 of the 5 peaks in the 5 Peak Challenge. I chose to start at East Fortuna Staging Area and head to North Fortuna […]
Black Mountain Summit Hiking Trail
Black Mountain Summit is perfect for beginners looking for a bit of a challenge. Located in Rancho Penasquitos, Black Mountain Summit is only 4 miles roundtrip making this hiking trail a shortie but a goodie! With an elevation gain of about 800 ft, Black Mountain Summit makes for a great transition hike into more difficult […]
Sunset Hike Kwaay Paay Peak
NOW OPEN Such a great sunset hike in San Diego. On a clear day you can see downtown and the ocean from the summit. With an elevation gain of 1,194 ft, you’re gonna have to put in some work for this view. This hiking trail is part of the 5 Peak Challenge at Mission Trails […]
Elfin Forest, Escondido
A great hike if you’re looking for something a little more challenging and longer in length. Elfin Forest has 11 miles of hiking trails, mountain biking, and also for equestrian use. The drive to get here and the trail are both very scenic, but my favorite part is definitely lunch at my favorite brewery after. […]
Father Junipero Serra Trail/ Old Mission Dam
NOW OPEN Only 15 min away from downtown San Diego, Mission Trails Regional Park is a great place to getaway for a few hours filled with tons of hiking trails ranging in difficulty. Father Junipero Serra Trail is paved from start to finish, making it extremely easy and enjoyable. There are countless trails you will […]
