Best trails in San Diego
Looking for a great trail near San Diego, California? AllTrails has 133 great hiking trails, running trails, mountain biking trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. If you're looking for the best trails around Border Field State Park, we've got you covered. You'll also find some great local park options, like Lake Poway Park or El Capitan County Preserve. Just looking to take a quick stroll? We've got 73 easy trails in San Diego ranging from 1.1 to 18.2 km and from 3 to 394 meters above sea level. Start checking them out and you'll be out on the trail in no time!
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Top trails (133)
Fortuna Mountain Trail
#1 - Fortuna Mountain Trail
Mission Trails Regional Parkmoderate
(1458)
(1458)Length: 10.1 km • Est. 3 h 28 m
NOTE: There is no parking area at this trailhead - plan accordingly.Show more
Los Penasquitos Canyon Trail
#2 - Los Penasquitos Canyon Trail
Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserveeasy(1216)
(1216)Length: 11.9 km • Est. 3 h 5 m
PLEASE NOTE: Roads and trails in this area might be closed to flooding/wet conditions. Please contact the park before visiting to determine trail conditions.
This is a generally flat hike that you caShow more
South Fortuna Trail and Fortuna Saddle Trail Loop
#3 - South Fortuna Trail and Fortuna Saddle Trail Loop
Mission Trails Regional Parkmoderate(805)
(805)Length: 9.3 km • Est. 3 h 21 m
Although the Mission Trails Regional Park is open for recreation, all the park’s parking lots, Cowles Mountain, Pyles Peak, Kumeyaay Lake Campground, the MTRP Visitor Center and all other facilities aShow more
Pyles Peak Trail
#4 - Pyles Peak Trail
Mission Trails Regional Parkmoderate(796)
(796)Length: 8.5 km • Est. 3 h 20 m
Pyles Peak Trail is a 8.5 kilometer heavily trafficked out and back trail located near San Diego, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number ofShow more
Lake Miramar Trail
#5 - Lake Miramar Trail
Lake Miramareasy(765)
(765)Length: 7.9 km • Est. 2 h 2 m
Note: As of June 2020, the dam gate is closed and you cannot hike this as a loop. However the trail is still accessible as an out and back.Show more
Oak Canyon to Grasslands Trail
#6 - Oak Canyon to Grasslands Trail
Mission Trails Regional Parkmoderate(408)
(408)Length: 6.0 km • Est. 1 h 43 m
Oak Canyon to Grasslands Trail is a 6.0 kilometer heavily trafficked loop trail located near San Diego, California that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hikinShow more
Los Penasquitos Canyon (from Lopez Canyon)
#7 - Los Penasquitos Canyon (from Lopez Canyon)
Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserveeasy(458)
(458)Length: 18.2 km • Est. 4 h 54 m
NOTE: Trails sometimes close due to flooding or damage. For real-time updates call the Ranger Office at 858-538-8066.Show more
Tecolote Canyon Trail
#8 - Tecolote Canyon Trail
Tecolote Canyon Natural Parkmoderate(756)
(756)Length: 10.8 km • Est. 3 h 4 m
NOTE: As of April 2020, parking lot to the trailhead and facilities are closed due to COVID-19 concerns. Please check the park website for more information.
A relatively flat, easy to walk trail witShow more
Sunset Cliffs Trail
#9 - Sunset Cliffs Trail
Sunset Cliffs Natural Parkeasy(254)
(254)Length: 3.9 km • Est. 1 h 1 m
Sunset Cliffs Trail is a 3.9 kilometer out and back trail located near San Diego, California that offers scenic views. The trail is good for all skill levels and offers a number of activity options. DShow more
Nighthawk Trail to Black Mountain Summit
#10 - Nighthawk Trail to Black Mountain Summit
Black Mountain Open Spacemoderate(514)
(514)Length: 6.3 km • Est. 2 h 9 m
This trail can also be made into a loop by coming down the western side on the Black Mountain Service Road.Show more
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