North County Inland Hiking Trails

Eagle Peak Hike

April 11, 2016August 4, 2016 Robb Keele 0 Comment Hiking Trails 100 peaks, cleveland national forest, dogs ok, hiking, julian, kids ok, north county inland, North County Inland Hiking Trails, southern california hiking

Distance: 4.2 miles | Hiking time: 3 hours | Difficulty: 6/10

Eagle Peak overlooks Cedar Creek to the north and Sheep Camp Creek to the south, which feeds Three Sisters Falls near Julian, Ca. This 4.2 mile out and back hike takes you along the southern edge of the mountain to the 3226′ summit. Once you reach the summit, you will be rewarded with 360 degree views of the county, including a clear view of many of the tallest peaks in San Diego.

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Grapevine Mountain Hike

March 28, 2016August 4, 2016 Robb Keele 0 Comment Hiking Trails 100 peaks, 52 Hike Challenge, anza borrego, backpacking, hiking, mountain biking, north county inland, North County Inland Hiking Trails, pct, trail running

Distance:6.25 miles | Hiking time:4-5 hours | Difficulty: 7/10

Grapevine Mountain is a prominent mountain located in northeastern San Diego County about 12 miles east of Julian in the Anza Borrego Desert.

The hike from the trailhead takes you along a cactus-strewn section of the PCT. Making the summit will require a little route-finding skill and a lot of off trail travel, including some rock 3 and 4 rock scrambling and bushwhacking through fields of cactus and thorny things. Notable sights from the summit include views of Mt. San Jacinto, the Superstition Mountains, Granite Peak, and Cuyamaca Peak.

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Bernardo Mountain

January 29, 2016May 8, 2023 Robb Keele 0 Comment 100 peaks, dogs ok, hiking, kids ok, mountain biking, north county inland, North County Inland Hiking Trails, san dieguito river, trail running

Distance: 7.2 miles | Hiking time: 3.5 hours | Difficulty: 6/10

Overlooking Lake Hodges and located along the Coast to Crest Trail in San Dieguito River Park is Bernardo Mountain. The vast number of wandering trails that wind their way around the lake and over the surrounding hillsides make the park a popular destination for hikers, trail runners, mountain bikers and birdwatchers. Bernardo Mountain is a fun, moderately challenging hike that is sure to please, regardless of your reason for going.

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Iron Mountain

January 29, 2016August 4, 2016 Robb Keele 0 Comment 100 peaks, dogs ok, hiking, horseback riding, kids ok, mountain biking, north county inland, North County Inland Hiking Trails, trail running

Distance: 6.4 miles | Hiking time: 3.5 hours | Difficulty: 6/10

The “short trail” up Iron Mountain is a family friendly hike that will leave you invigorated and inspired. Get started early to beat the crowds, bring plenty of water, and you are certain to embark on a hike that you won’t soon forget.

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Mt. Woodson & Potato Chip Rock

January 29, 2016August 4, 2016 Robb Keele 0 Comment 100 peaks, 52 Hike Challenge, dogs ok, hiking, kids ok, mountain biking, north county inland, North County Inland Hiking Trails, trail running

Distance: 7.25 miles | Hiking time: 4.5 hours | Difficulty: 7/10

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.

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Three Sisters Falls

January 29, 2016August 4, 2016 Robb Keele 0 Comment backpacking, cleveland national forest, dogs ok, hiking, julian, north county inland, North County Inland Hiking Trails, swimming, waterfalls

Distance: 4.0 miles | Hiking time: 3 hours | Difficulty: 7/10

Three Sisters Falls is a popular hike buried deep within Cleveland National Forest, just southwest of Julian. The unmaintained trail is steep and rugged, and provides a variety of obstacles and technical challenges for the adventure seeking hiker who’s not afraid of bumps and scratches. When the water is flowing, the Three Sisters Falls are spectacular and offer a refreshing spot to cool off before setting out for the difficult hike back out of the valley.

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