Noble Canyon Trail – Hiking and Finding Relics of the Past in the Laguna Mountains
Noble Canyon Trail was named after William Noble, who was an early settler in the area during the 1800s. He
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Day Hikes
Eagle Peak Hike – Heading Out from Three Sisters Falls Trail
Eagle Peak is a frequently overlooked hike that shares a trailhead with Three Sisters Falls. With an elevation of 3226’,
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Three Sisters Falls – A Springtime Reunion Waterfall Hike and One of the Best Waterfalls in San Diego
Last summer a friend and I decided to hike Three Sisters Falls. We chose the absolute worst time of year to make the trek and we were disappointed, but not surprised, to find that the falls were dry…
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Grapevine Mountain Hike – Going Off-Trail from the PCT in Anza Borrego
John, a friend I met on Instagram (@adventuregraham), asked me to join him on the Grapevine Mountain hike in the
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Bell Bluff Trail: Adventures in Off-trail Bushwhacking and Scrambling
Most of the trails I’ve hit recently, including Middle Peak, Pine Mountain, Lawson, and Gaskill Peak, have all tested me
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Garnet Peak Trail – Catch a Sunrise on the Summit in the Laguna Mountains
If you’re looking for a moderate hike with breathtaking panoramic views of San Diego County, look no farther than Garnet
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Pine Mountain Trail Loop: A Summit Adventure Hike in the Laguna Mountains
If you’ve been following my hikes, you’re likely aware that I’ve been tackling San Diego’s Highest Peaks. On Monday, I
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My Cold Weather Hiking Clothes Tested on Cuyamaca and Stonewall Peaks in the Snow
Introduction Over the last couple of years, I have been putting together an effective system of cold-weather hiking clothes. I
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Viejas Mountain Trail: A Quick Hike to an Ancient Kumeyaay Ceremonial Site with 360 Degree Views
Hiking Viejas Mountain Trail The hike to the summit of Viejas Mountain trail begins with a steep 1.5-mile ascent from
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McGinty Mountain Trail via Jamul Dr – Hiking for Peaks and Valleys Galore!
McGinty Mountain trail is a fun, challenging hike with rewarding panoramic views that don’t require setting aside an entire day.
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