Potato Chip Rock, resting near the 2894 ft. summit of Mt. Woodson, attracts people from around the world. It has a celebrity-like status among visiting hikers due to the massive amount of attention it has received in social media over the last few years. Everyone wants a picture taken of them standing atop the iconic rock, and for good reason, they earned the right by simply getting there.
Mt. Woodson & Potato Chip Rock trail info.
- Distance: 7.25 miles (round trip)
- Hiking time: 4.5 hours
- Type: Out and back
- Elevation gain: 2300’
- Difficulty: 7/10 (distance, elevation gain)
- Elevation: 2901’
- Rank on 100 peaks list: 76/100
- Usage: Hiking, Trail running, Mountain biking, Dogs allowed, Good for kids
- When to go: Spring, Fall, Winter
- Agency: City of Poway
Map & directions for Mt. Woodson & Potato Chip Rock
- Trail map
- Directions to trailhead (via Google Maps)
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Additional links & resources
- Trail report: SanDiegoHikers.com
- Trail report: IHikeSanDiego.com
- Trail report: CaliforniaThroughMyLens.com
Photos of Mt. Woodson & Potato Chip Rock
Robb is a native San Diegan and avid hiker, backpacker, and picture taker. He created Getgo Outdoors with the goal of giving back to the outdoor community and inspiring others to get outdoors.
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