California

San Diego’s Black Mountain Magic: Miles of Uncrowded Trails for Running or Hiking

Over the past few months my dual goals of a hike a week during the last quarter of last year and completing a trail half-marathon (eek, it’s this week) have led me to spend a lot of time on trails…

Trails & Ales: Point Loma (San Diego), California Edition

Some of my favorite days on the road and when at my home base in Encinitas, California (San Diego County) involve some type of outdoor activity followed by a drink, typically a beer, so I’ve decided to start sharing recommended…

MISSION TRAILS 5 PEAK CHALLENGE IN ONE DAY

Last October while researching San Diego area hikes, I came across something interesting, the Mission Trails Regional Park Five Peak Challenge.  The challenge was designed to encourage exploration of the large park beyond the easily accessible, San Diego classic Cowles…

10 Solo (& Group)Friendly Spots for Hikes & Trail Runs in the San Diego, Area

The following is a quick list of the places I’ve done solo hikes and trail runs in the San Diego, California area.  I say area, rather than county, because the Aliso Woods and Canyon Wilderness Park is in Orange County,…

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