Lower Otay Reservoir: East Side is a 4.6 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Chula Vista, California that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and bird watching. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Lake views, Mountain views, Eucalyptus groves and scrub brush. Trail is well marked, hard packed, mostly flat with some inclines and some rocks on trail (watch footing with small children). Some gully crossings where you may experience water in rainy season. Several trail spurs to access lakeside fishing on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays only. Dogs OK on leash. Year round access. Summertime is very warm start in the a.m. and bring water.
March 31, 2021Too hot at 12PM.
March 30, 2021Lots of trash, it was clean when I was here a few weeks ago
March 27, 2021March 27, 2021The trail was in good condition, especially after the recent rain. Pretty easy hike, no hills. Definitely will be doing it again soon!
March 20, 2021
March 14, 2021March 10, 2021March 4, 2021Nice quiet trail. Parking is across the street from the trailhead. Some rocky areas. It was muddy because of yesterday’s rain and the mud feels like you’re sinking in, so boots are better. Mostly flat so an easy hike.
February 21, 2021February 16, 2021We went on a Monday and it was perfect, we only saw two groups of bikers and a few hikers. Unfortunately there is trash along the lake. We filled up one bag with trash, mainly plastic bottles. Please people don’t litter.
February 14, 2021February 11, 2021February 10, 2021February 7, 2021Oops forgot to record 1st half. Quite a nice hike.
February 5, 2021January 16, 2021Rocky, narrow, and quiet
December 18, 2020Nice hike around the lake. Plenty of shade.
December 12, 2020Nice family walk with the dogs
November 20, 2020November 11, 2020Beautiful day for a ride. Working to regain my trail skills, instincts, and endurance.
August 13, 2020If you come in the evening you’ll for sure see tarantulas! Saw 8 tarantulas and a rattle snake
August 8, 2020Fun, dusty work. Cool clear skies. Love it! Send it!
May 23, 2020March 22, 2020Beautiful area - trail is mixed use hiking and biking - some areas muddy and washed out / but still workable! Great hike!
January 20, 2020January 1, 2020August 16, 2019
