Nature Excursions in San Diego

The recently maintained Cottonwood Grove Park is a beautiful trail that leads you along the San Diego River in Mission Valley.
The recently maintained Cottonwood Grove Park is a beautiful trail that leads you along the San Diego River in Mission Valley.
The Solana Beach Coastal Rail trail is a colorful 1.5 mile walk that will take you across the entire length of the City of Solana Beach!
The Solana Beach Coastal Rail trail is a colorful 1.5 mile walk that will take you across the entire length of the City of Solana Beach!
The easiest hike in Palomar Mountain will take you to the beautiful Doane Pond, situatied in Doane Valley. Picnic with friends, fish and relax the day away!
The easiest hike in Palomar Mountain will take you to the beautiful Doane Pond, situatied in Doane Valley. Picnic with friends, fish and relax the day away!
Santee Lakes has 7 amazing lakes all back to back in San Diego where you can fish, boat, camp, lodge, play, have a wedding or event and so much more!
Santee Lakes has 7 amazing lakes all back to back in San Diego where you can fish, boat, camp, lodge, play, have a wedding or event and so much more!
The Rancho Penasquitos-Trans County Trail is great for beginner hikers. With lush, shades trees and wildflowers, this is a delight for the entire family!
The Rancho Penasquitos-Trans County Trail is great for beginner hikers. With lush, shades trees and wildflowers, this is a delight for the entire family!
In memory of Barry Koral of Barry Koral's Tropical Fruit Farm & Art Museum, located in Vista, CA
In memory of Barry Koral of Barry Koral's Tropical Fruit Farm & Art Museum, located in Vista, CA
The Moon Song Waterfall is a seasonal waterfall.  The hike is beautiful with many accessible trails nearby and very little elevation.
The Moon Song Waterfall is a seasonal waterfall.  The hike is beautiful with many accessible trails nearby and very little elevation.
The White Lady Cave got its name after a tragic incident in the 1800’s involving a young lady who was swept out to sea.
The White Lady Cave got its name after a tragic incident in the 1800’s involving a young lady who was swept out to sea.
Sage Winds Farm is a family-owned farm that grows and sells sage products, homemade tie-dyed clothing and offers camping on their 40 acre land
Sage Winds Farm is a family-owned farm that grows and sells sage products, homemade tie-dyed clothing and offers camping on their 40 acre land
Hike to an old, foregotten pump house in the back-country and what's left of a homestead, complete with 6 wells!
Hike to an old, foregotten pump house in the back-country and what's left of a homestead, complete with 6 wells!
Hike along the aqua-hued Lake Morena to the majestic dam and overlook. This is a great adventure and day trip!
Hike along the aqua-hued Lake Morena to the majestic dam and overlook. This is a great adventure and day trip!
Located in what feels like the middle of nowhere lay some of the country's largest Buddhist statues, all created by one lone monk
Located in what feels like the middle of nowhere lay some of the country's largest Buddhist statues, all created by one lone monk
The legendary Popcorn and Gnome caves offer stunning views of the valley below and an adventure-packed day!
The legendary Popcorn and Gnome caves offer stunning views of the valley below and an adventure-packed day!
San Diego has its own magical forest the locals call Narnia, complete with secret swings, tiny caves and a raging creek!
San Diego has its own magical forest the locals call Narnia, complete with secret swings, tiny caves and a raging creek!
San Dieguito County Park is HUGE with 5 miles of hiking trails, suspension bridges, look-out points, a butterfly garden and so much more!
San Dieguito County Park is HUGE with 5 miles of hiking trails, suspension bridges, look-out points, a butterfly garden and so much more!
Alter Experiences offers a camping experience unlike anything you've had in propelled tree tents!
Alter Experiences offers a camping experience unlike anything you've had in propelled tree tents!
Foster Point is an easy hike in Mount Laguna which offers stunning views of the Anza Borrego Desert and neighboring peaks
Foster Point is an easy hike in Mount Laguna which offers stunning views of the Anza Borrego Desert and neighboring peaks
Catch the best seat in the house to watch the sunset at Stairway to the Sun!
Catch the best seat in the house to watch the sunset at Stairway to the Sun!
Carlsbad has one of the most picturesque shorelines in all of San Diego and a few hidden caves if you know where to look!
Carlsbad has one of the most picturesque shorelines in all of San Diego and a few hidden caves if you know where to look!
Hike Marian Bear Park East, one of Clairemont's most diverse trails!
Hike Marian Bear Park East, one of Clairemont's most diverse trails!
Hike Cowles Mountain at night and not only have the entire mountain to yourself but be greeted by other-worldly views at the top!
Hike Cowles Mountain at night and not only have the entire mountain to yourself but be greeted by other-worldly views at the top!
Tipitopia is a unique way to enjoy a day at the beach with your own glammed-out tipi, stocked with snacks and furnished with boho-style comfort!
Tipitopia is a unique way to enjoy a day at the beach with your own glammed-out tipi, stocked with snacks and furnished with boho-style comfort!
Cuyamaca Peak offer stunning panoramic views of San Diego, Mexico, Arizona and San Bernadino!
Cuyamaca Peak offer stunning panoramic views of San Diego, Mexico, Arizona and San Bernadino!
Iron mountain is located in Poway and is the 2nd highest peak in this town.  From the top you get beautiful panoramic views that can be seen all the way to the ocean.
Iron mountain is located in Poway and is the 2nd highest peak in this town.  From the top you get beautiful panoramic views that can be seen all the way to the ocean.
Hike one of Palomar Mountains easy and beautiful trails in Doane Valley. The French trail is under a mile but packed with beauty!
Hike one of Palomar Mountains easy and beautiful trails in Doane Valley. The French trail is under a mile but packed with beauty!
Explore one of the old wagon trails in Lake Hodges, owned by the Carroll brothers
Explore one of the old wagon trails in Lake Hodges, owned by the Carroll brothers
Monument Peak is one of the highest peaks in San Diego and offers one of the best breath-taking views!
Monument Peak is one of the highest peaks in San Diego and offers one of the best breath-taking views!
Explore one of San Diego's abandoned historic homesteads tucked away in an overgrown and forgotten field.
Explore one of San Diego's abandoned historic homesteads tucked away in an overgrown and forgotten field.
Hike to the abandoned Electrical Vault known as the Graffiti Shack on the Mission Beach jetty!
Hike to the abandoned Electrical Vault known as the Graffiti Shack on the Mission Beach jetty!
Visit San Diego's very own hobbit house, hidden in the hills of North County!
Visit San Diego's very own hobbit house, hidden in the hills of North County!
Visit the Inaja memorial park dedicated to 11 firefighters who lost their lives fighting a fire here in the 1950's
Visit the Inaja memorial park dedicated to 11 firefighters who lost their lives fighting a fire here in the 1950's
Do a fun night hike up to Potato Chip Rock and get one of the greatest views around!
Do a fun night hike up to Potato Chip Rock and get one of the greatest views around!
Formerly known as the Mushroom Caves, come explore the ancient slot canyons in Sorrento Beach called Annie's Canyon!
Formerly known as the Mushroom Caves, come explore the ancient slot canyons in Sorrento Beach called Annie's Canyon!
Visit one of San Diego's oldest roads that was once a Native American village and later a stagecoach stop!
Visit one of San Diego's oldest roads that was once a Native American village and later a stagecoach stop!
Re-charge yourself through a self-guided meditation walk and enjoy the beautiful & colorful grounds while doing so!
Re-charge yourself through a self-guided meditation walk and enjoy the beautiful & colorful grounds while doing so!
Explore the Mushroom House, one of the most bizarre homes in America located at the bottom of a nice hike in La Jolla, San Diego
Explore the Mushroom House, one of the most bizarre homes in America located at the bottom of a nice hike in La Jolla, San Diego
Hike one of Escondido's beautiful and historical forested trails in Kit Carson Park
Hike one of Escondido's beautiful and historical forested trails in Kit Carson Park
Jacob's Cave is a secret cave tucked into one of the hills in San Diego. Easy to miss but very cool to visit!
Jacob's Cave is a secret cave tucked into one of the hills in San Diego. Easy to miss but very cool to visit!
Carmel Valley Cemetery in Sorrento Valley is a spot you may drive by everyday and never knew existed!
Carmel Valley Cemetery in Sorrento Valley is a spot you may drive by everyday and never knew existed!
Visit the historic pond Evan's Pond in Scripps Ranch that once sat on E.W. Scripps' daughters estate
Visit the historic pond Evan's Pond in Scripps Ranch that once sat on E.W. Scripps' daughters estate
Visit one of Escondido's beautiful lakes, Lake Wohlford! Great for fishing and relaxing.
Visit one of Escondido's beautiful lakes, Lake Wohlford! Great for fishing and relaxing.
Visit one of San Diego's most historic dams in Chula Vista, Savage Dam, part of Lower Otay Lake
Visit one of San Diego's most historic dams in Chula Vista, Savage Dam, part of Lower Otay Lake
Blue Sky Ranch is one of San Diego's beautiful healing grounds, tucked away in the hills of Lakeside
Blue Sky Ranch is one of San Diego's beautiful healing grounds, tucked away in the hills of Lakeside
Visit one of San Diego's exotic bird sanctuaries, Free Flight Exotic Bird Sanctuary, located in Del Mar!
Visit one of San Diego's exotic bird sanctuaries, Free Flight Exotic Bird Sanctuary, located in Del Mar!
Check out one of San Diego's best panoramic views located in San Marcos, Double Peak Park!
Check out one of San Diego's best panoramic views located in San Marcos, Double Peak Park!
The Institute of Perception in Jacumba is dedicated to the Evolution of the human spirit through the Arts.
The Institute of Perception in Jacumba is dedicated to the Evolution of the human spirit through the Arts.
Visit Kuma Bonais Nursery in El Cajon, the only full service bonsai nursery in San Diego County!
Visit Kuma Bonais Nursery in El Cajon, the only full service bonsai nursery in San Diego County!
Scripps Coastal Reserve is a beautiful hiking destination in La Jolla with a pristine views of the ocean and magnificant mansions
Scripps Coastal Reserve is a beautiful hiking destination in La Jolla with a pristine views of the ocean and magnificant mansions
Mount Helix offers the best panoramic views in La Mesa, check it out!
Mount Helix offers the best panoramic views in La Mesa, check it out!
The Eagle Mine in Julian was one of the most successful mines in San Diego during the Gold Rush and is now open for tours!
The Eagle Mine in Julian was one of the most successful mines in San Diego during the Gold Rush and is now open for tours!
Visit this beautiful back-country town in San Diego! Julian is known for their delicious apple pies, snow in the winter and gold rush history.
Visit this beautiful back-country town in San Diego! Julian is known for their delicious apple pies, snow in the winter and gold rush history.
Palomar Mountain is one of San Diego's most diverse mountainscapes! From lush green hiking trails to camping spots, you'll feel you're in another city!
Palomar Mountain is one of San Diego's most diverse mountainscapes! From lush green hiking trails to camping spots, you'll feel you're in another city!
Black Mountain Mine is an abandoned arsenic mine used in the early 1900's. Now deemed unsafe for visit, the surrounding area is still cool to explore!
Black Mountain Mine is an abandoned arsenic mine used in the early 1900's. Now deemed unsafe for visit, the surrounding area is still cool to explore!
Follow us behind the infamous Questhaven gates in Escondido. It is said that this is one of the most haunted forests in San Diego
Follow us behind the infamous Questhaven gates in Escondido. It is said that this is one of the most haunted forests in San Diego
Take a beautiful hike in the back-country to a waterfall in Rancho Penasquitos! We've got you covered on the directions and tips for a great experience!
Take a beautiful hike in the back-country to a waterfall in Rancho Penasquitos! We've got you covered on the directions and tips for a great experience!
Visit all the amazing ravines, caves and coves in the Sunset Cliffs region!
Visit all the amazing ravines, caves and coves in the Sunset Cliffs region!
Hike to One of San Diego's Smugglers Caves & Ancient Wind Caves deep in the desert
Hike to One of San Diego's Smugglers Caves & Ancient Wind Caves deep in the desert
Check out one of San Diego's most beautiful hidden beaches! The shoreline has mushroom like formations giving it the name Mushroom Beach.
Check out one of San Diego's most beautiful hidden beaches! The shoreline has mushroom like formations giving it the name Mushroom Beach.
Come explore the Lawrence Welk Caves, these are some of the coolest talus caves in San Diego!
Come explore the Lawrence Welk Caves, these are some of the coolest talus caves in San Diego!
Explore the McGinty Mansion, an abandoned compound high up in the hills of San Diego!
Explore the McGinty Mansion, an abandoned compound high up in the hills of San Diego!
The Ready Relief mine is one of San Diego's most successful mines during the Gold Rush days and comes complete with a murder mystery!
The Ready Relief mine is one of San Diego's most successful mines during the Gold Rush days and comes complete with a murder mystery!
Kwaaymii Point has one of the most beautiful viewpoints in San Diego! Popular with hikers and hanggliders alike, visit the backcountry of San Diego!
Kwaaymii Point has one of the most beautiful viewpoints in San Diego! Popular with hikers and hanggliders alike, visit the backcountry of San Diego!
Visit one of San Diego's Freemason cemeteries located in Fallbrook.
Visit one of San Diego's Freemason cemeteries located in Fallbrook.
Visit Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead in Escondido, one of Escondido's early Pioneer homes which has now been turned into a museum
Visit Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead in Escondido, one of Escondido's early Pioneer homes which has now been turned into a museum
Rum Runners Cave is a historic smugglers cave on the coast of San Diego that was originally part of an elaborate park called Spalding Park
Rum Runners Cave is a historic smugglers cave on the coast of San Diego that was originally part of an elaborate park called Spalding Park
The historic Old Cactus Garden in Balboa was developed under the direction of Kate Sessions for the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition.
The historic Old Cactus Garden in Balboa was developed under the direction of Kate Sessions for the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition.
Lake Hodges Dam is a multiple-arch dam that sits on the San Dieguito River. This is an amazing adventure and place to hike around!
Lake Hodges Dam is a multiple-arch dam that sits on the San Dieguito River. This is an amazing adventure and place to hike around!
Hike the open-space Dinwiddie Reserve right across from one of the oldest homes in Fallbrook, the Palomares House!
Hike the open-space Dinwiddie Reserve right across from one of the oldest homes in Fallbrook, the Palomares House!
Learn about the historic and haunted kiln located in the backcountry of Jamul. We had a crazy experience while visiting this spot!
Learn about the historic and haunted kiln located in the backcountry of Jamul. We had a crazy experience while visiting this spot!
The abandoned Champagne Rancho House was once owned by a prominent breeder of quarter horses. It later burned down in a fire and sits rotting since.
The abandoned Champagne Rancho House was once owned by a prominent breeder of quarter horses. It later burned down in a fire and sits rotting since.
Hidden in the woods of Scripps Ranch are said to lay 7 mysterious pyramids. We have found 3 of them so far and are still searching for the others!
Hidden in the woods of Scripps Ranch are said to lay 7 mysterious pyramids. We have found 3 of them so far and are still searching for the others!
Hidden in the thick of a forest lays the remains of a dozen judaic art installations. They are slowly decaying unfortunately and in a deep state of disrepair.
Hidden in the thick of a forest lays the remains of a dozen judaic art installations. They are slowly decaying unfortunately and in a deep state of disrepair.
The Anza Borrego Desert is one of California's National State Parks in San Diego! It is filled with many great adventures awaiting you!
The Anza Borrego Desert is one of California's National State Parks in San Diego! It is filled with many great adventures awaiting you!
Explore the historic Sutherland dam in Ramona. Beautiful views of Sutherland Lake and fun adventures await!
Explore the historic Sutherland dam in Ramona. Beautiful views of Sutherland Lake and fun adventures await!
Hike to one of San Diego's historic dams in Escondido, the Lake Wohlford dam. This is an enjoyable lake to fish and hike around.
Hike to one of San Diego's historic dams in Escondido, the Lake Wohlford dam. This is an enjoyable lake to fish and hike around.
Explore several beautiful mica mines out in the San Diego desert including this one we happened to stumble across while driving through Jacumba!
Explore several beautiful mica mines out in the San Diego desert including this one we happened to stumble across while driving through Jacumba!
The Longview Ruins and cemetery is a historic pioneer home and graveyard that was burned down by robbers in the early 1900's!
The Longview Ruins and cemetery is a historic pioneer home and graveyard that was burned down by robbers in the early 1900's!
Fat Man's Misery is a coastal slot canyon made from sandstone that gives the illusion that you can't fit yet we have proven that even a 200lb. man can!
Fat Man's Misery is a coastal slot canyon made from sandstone that gives the illusion that you can't fit yet we have proven that even a 200lb. man can!
Located in Old Banner City, the Hubbard Mine is one of San Diego's one of the largest mining operations located in the Julian district
Located in Old Banner City, the Hubbard Mine is one of San Diego's one of the largest mining operations located in the Julian district
Visit the historic Gopher Mine and migrant camp in the backcountry of Julian. This is a beautiful, scenic hike with multiple mines to explore!
Visit the historic Gopher Mine and migrant camp in the backcountry of Julian. This is a beautiful, scenic hike with multiple mines to explore!
Explore a creepy abandoned commune in the hills of San Diego. The abandoned homes of hellhole canyon leave many tales untold.
Explore a creepy abandoned commune in the hills of San Diego. The abandoned homes of hellhole canyon leave many tales untold.
Rattlesnake Mountain is an historic canyon filled with wildflowers in the springtime, a dam overflowing with water after a good rain & an exlporatory mine!
Rattlesnake Mountain is an historic canyon filled with wildflowers in the springtime, a dam overflowing with water after a good rain & an exlporatory mine!
Explore the Warlock mine out in the backcountry of San Diego! This area is filled with old mining history from the Gold Rush days!
Explore the Warlock mine out in the backcountry of San Diego! This area is filled with old mining history from the Gold Rush days!
Explore an historic homestead, small waterfall and magical forest!
Explore an historic homestead, small waterfall and magical forest!
The MacVane House was built in the late 1800's & was burned down by an arsonist who also happened to be a volunteer firefighter on the scene!
The MacVane House was built in the late 1800's & was burned down by an arsonist who also happened to be a volunteer firefighter on the scene!
Hidden in the hills of San Diego lays several old mining prospects that are still littered with quartz crystals all over the area!
Hidden in the hills of San Diego lays several old mining prospects that are still littered with quartz crystals all over the area!
Hike to one of the prettiest panoramic views to a large rock with two chair cemented to it, earning its name Lover's Peak
Hike to one of the prettiest panoramic views to a large rock with two chair cemented to it, earning its name Lover's Peak
The Nipple is a hiking destination in San Diego's to one of the most beautiful panoramic viewpoints the city has to offer!
The Nipple is a hiking destination in San Diego's to one of the most beautiful panoramic viewpoints the city has to offer!
Hidden in the hills of San Diego lays a small hole that opens up into a 3-room cave. It is said it was originally dug out by a homeless man
Hidden in the hills of San Diego lays a small hole that opens up into a 3-room cave. It is said it was originally dug out by a homeless man
Hike to a rock that looks like a bulldog and caves with a beautiful view! Highland Rock hike is a very unique place to visit!
Hike to a rock that looks like a bulldog and caves with a beautiful view! Highland Rock hike is a very unique place to visit!
Salt Falls is an easy hike to one of San Diego's ancient, secret waterfalls!
Salt Falls is an easy hike to one of San Diego's ancient, secret waterfalls!
Many secrets lay tucked away in this San Diego Canyon. Come visit Rattlesnake waterfall & dam! Just one of many treasures out here!
Many secrets lay tucked away in this San Diego Canyon. Come visit Rattlesnake waterfall & dam! Just one of many treasures out here!
Visit Beeler's Hobbit House, an abandoned hobbit home in San Diego! This is a quick hike that takes you to a unique stone home.
Visit Beeler's Hobbit House, an abandoned hobbit home in San Diego! This is a quick hike that takes you to a unique stone home.
Explore some of the few remaining homesteads from the early 1900's as this field slowly gets destroyed by modern life along with a dam
Explore some of the few remaining homesteads from the early 1900's as this field slowly gets destroyed by modern life along with a dam
Resembling a less populated and untouched Mushroom Caves, this area seems like the perfect set for a sci-fi movie and a great opportunity to step away
Resembling a less populated and untouched Mushroom Caves, this area seems like the perfect set for a sci-fi movie and a great opportunity to step away
Perched atop a San Diego hillside are the beginnings of what was to be an elaborate castle, constructed from rock that was quarried on-site
Perched atop a San Diego hillside are the beginnings of what was to be an elaborate castle, constructed from rock that was quarried on-site
Visit the ancient mud caves located in the San Diego desert. You will feel like you have transported to another planet!
Visit the ancient mud caves located in the San Diego desert. You will feel like you have transported to another planet!
Herman's House is one of San Diego's historic farm houses in San Diego! Barely standing today, this ranch has had a lot of stories to share!
Herman's House is one of San Diego's historic farm houses in San Diego! Barely standing today, this ranch has had a lot of stories to share!
Lake Ramona is definitely one of San Diego's more hidden lakes, given the hike to getting here is rather long with a steep incline.
Lake Ramona is definitely one of San Diego's more hidden lakes, given the hike to getting here is rather long with a steep incline.
Ocean View Mine is located in Pala and is one of San Diego's few operating mines where you can even pan for your own gems!
Ocean View Mine is located in Pala and is one of San Diego's few operating mines where you can even pan for your own gems!
The butterfly farm in Encinitas is a unique and educational place to connect with nature and witness all stages of a butterfly
The butterfly farm in Encinitas is a unique and educational place to connect with nature and witness all stages of a butterfly
The San Pasqual indian cemetery is a sacred burial ground for Natives in the surrounding area of these Escondido hills
The San Pasqual indian cemetery is a sacred burial ground for Natives in the surrounding area of these Escondido hills
The San Pasqual indian cemetery is a sacred burial ground for Natives in the surrounding area of these Escondido hills
The San Pasqual indian cemetery is a sacred burial ground for Natives in the surrounding area of these Escondido hills
Visit Mission Trails Regional Park's Visitor Center before heading off on your hike! There are a ton of educational parts of this center.
Visit Mission Trails Regional Park's Visitor Center before heading off on your hike! There are a ton of educational parts of this center.
Hike to an abandoned glamping resort and historical dam in San Diego, only a stone's throw away from the rest of the world
Hike to an abandoned glamping resort and historical dam in San Diego, only a stone's throw away from the rest of the world
Hike Tecolote Park, one of San Diego's trails rich in Native American culture & history. This is a fun day trail.
Hike Tecolote Park, one of San Diego's trails rich in Native American culture & history. This is a fun day trail.
Take a unique visit to the Salt Mines in Chula Vista: This is San Diego's 2nd second-longest running business mining salt from the ocean.
Take a unique visit to the Salt Mines in Chula Vista: This is San Diego's 2nd second-longest running business mining salt from the ocean.
Escape the city for a day and head to the beautiful back-country of Warner Springs to Indian Flats Campground
Escape the city for a day and head to the beautiful back-country of Warner Springs to Indian Flats Campground
Take the alternative drive to Palomar Mountain on the historical and beautiful Nate Harrison Grade. Learn all about the man that inspired the name.
Take the alternative drive to Palomar Mountain on the historical and beautiful Nate Harrison Grade. Learn all about the man that inspired the name.
Visit New Roots Community Farm in City Heights. This is one of San Diego's largest community gardens!
Visit New Roots Community Farm in City Heights. This is one of San Diego's largest community gardens!
Hike the Luelf Preserve, one of Ramona's pretty hiking trails!
Hike the Luelf Preserve, one of Ramona's pretty hiking trails!
Hike Marian Bear Park, one of Clairemont's most diverse trails!
Hike Marian Bear Park, one of Clairemont's most diverse trails!
Hike around the historical Hendrix pond Scripps Ranch! This used to be connected to the Scripps Castle which has since been destroyed.
Hike around the historical Hendrix pond Scripps Ranch! This used to be connected to the Scripps Castle which has since been destroyed.
Hike the Hosp Grove, one of Carlsbad's beautiful nature trails alongside one of San Diegos lagoons
Hike the Hosp Grove, one of Carlsbad's beautiful nature trails alongside one of San Diegos lagoons
Visit Oasis Camel Dairy in Ramona. This is San Diego's very own camel farm!
Visit Oasis Camel Dairy in Ramona. This is San Diego's very own camel farm!
Visit San Diego's Oddfellows Cemetery. This is one of Fallbrook's oldest cemeteries and very unique place to visit.
Visit San Diego's Oddfellows Cemetery. This is one of Fallbrook's oldest cemeteries and very unique place to visit.
Visit the beautiful Green Valley Falls in Cuyamaca. This is a short hike through the mountains and a beauty-packed adventure!
Visit the beautiful Green Valley Falls in Cuyamaca. This is a short hike through the mountains and a beauty-packed adventure!
Visit one of San Diego's most diverse and beautiful community gardens, located in Imperial Beach
Visit one of San Diego's most diverse and beautiful community gardens, located in Imperial Beach
Hike Doane Valley, one of Palomar Mountain's most stunning areas, filled with thick trees, fog and wildlife
Hike Doane Valley, one of Palomar Mountain's most stunning areas, filled with thick trees, fog and wildlife
Hike in the woods at Hoyt Park. This is one of Scripps Ranch's many forested trails, shading you with eucalyptus trees.
Hike in the woods at Hoyt Park. This is one of Scripps Ranch's many forested trails, shading you with eucalyptus trees.
Explore El Cajon's 5 acre Water Conservation garden, free to the public! Roam around the different sections while educating yourself.
Explore El Cajon's 5 acre Water Conservation garden, free to the public! Roam around the different sections while educating yourself.
Hike Cypress Hill in Sabre Springs to one of San Diego's flag mountains with a beautiful view of Poway
Hike Cypress Hill in Sabre Springs to one of San Diego's flag mountains with a beautiful view of Poway
Visit the Dyar House ruins. This is one of San Diego's historical ruins in Cuyamaca.
Visit the Dyar House ruins. This is one of San Diego's historical ruins in Cuyamaca.
Visit the Deer Park Monastary. This is one of San Diego's most beautiful Buddhist monasteries tucked into the hills of Escondido
Visit the Deer Park Monastary. This is one of San Diego's most beautiful Buddhist monasteries tucked into the hills of Escondido
Visit the Harmony Grove Spiritualist Association. This is a psychic village in Harmony Grove, Escondido
Visit the Harmony Grove Spiritualist Association. This is a psychic village in Harmony Grove, Escondido
Hike to the historical plane crash memorial Jamacha Ridge . This is a nice hike in the hills of Green Valley, Cuyamaca
Hike to the historical plane crash memorial Jamacha Ridge . This is a nice hike in the hills of Green Valley, Cuyamaca
Hike Crestridge Ecological Reserve. This is one of San Diego's majestic lands that looks straight out of a Hobbit movie!
Hike Crestridge Ecological Reserve. This is one of San Diego's majestic lands that looks straight out of a Hobbit movie!
Find out what the secret message inside Coronado's huge sand dunes!
Find out what the secret message inside Coronado's huge sand dunes!
Hike Torrey Pines, one of San Diego's most scenic coastal parks.
Hike Torrey Pines, one of San Diego's most scenic coastal parks.
Hike the Camino Ruiz Trail, Mira Mesa's most beautiful hiking trail that leads you to the PQ Waterfall!
Hike the Camino Ruiz Trail, Mira Mesa's most beautiful hiking trail that leads you to the PQ Waterfall!
Visit the Volcan Mountain, one of San Diego's mountain rich in Native American history
Visit the Volcan Mountain, one of San Diego's mountain rich in Native American history
Hike Battle Mountain in Rancho Bernardo, which leads you to the cross on the hill off of highway 163
Hike Battle Mountain in Rancho Bernardo, which leads you to the cross on the hill off of highway 163
Poway has a lot of secret back-trails that help you shortcut through the town. They tend to be unique, secluded and filled with all sort of hidden gems!
Poway has a lot of secret back-trails that help you shortcut through the town. They tend to be unique, secluded and filled with all sort of hidden gems!
Visit the Metta Forest Monastery, one of San Diego's beautiful Buddhist monasteries, tucked away in the hills of Valley Center
Visit the Metta Forest Monastery, one of San Diego's beautiful Buddhist monasteries, tucked away in the hills of Valley Center
Hike alongside the Santa Margarita river and explore some abandoned homesteads!
Hike alongside the Santa Margarita river and explore some abandoned homesteads!
Walk across one of San Diego's most historic and scariest bridges, the Spruce Street Suspension Bridge!
Walk across one of San Diego's most historic and scariest bridges, the Spruce Street Suspension Bridge!
Hike Upper Otay Lake in Chula Vista and explore one of San Diego's coolest graffiti dams and reservoirs
Hike Upper Otay Lake in Chula Vista and explore one of San Diego's coolest graffiti dams and reservoirs
Visit the Sunny Jim Cave in La Jolla, one of San Diego's historic smuggler's cave!
Visit the Sunny Jim Cave in La Jolla, one of San Diego's historic smuggler's cave!
Visit the Stonewall Mine Ruins and old cabin in Cuyamaca for a slice of San Diego's mountain history!
Visit the Stonewall Mine Ruins and old cabin in Cuyamaca for a slice of San Diego's mountain history!
Visit one of San Diego's most haunted spots. Once used as a cemetery for early pioneers has now been turned into a park!
Visit one of San Diego's most haunted spots. Once used as a cemetery for early pioneers has now been turned into a park!
This historic lighthouse & Cabrillo national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico.
This historic lighthouse & Cabrillo national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico.
Visit Bate's Nut Farm, one of San Diego's most beloved pumpkin patches complete with a petting zoo and fresh, local food goods!
Visit Bate's Nut Farm, one of San Diego's most beloved pumpkin patches complete with a petting zoo and fresh, local food goods!
Visit the Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad. This is one of San Diego's lagoons up close and personal with over 600 acres to explore!
Visit the Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad. This is one of San Diego's lagoons up close and personal with over 600 acres to explore!
Visit Balboa's historical botanical garden, free to the public!
Visit Balboa's historical botanical garden, free to the public!
Hike Barker Valley Trail, one of Palomar Mountains most scenic trails with a waterfall below!
Hike Barker Valley Trail, one of Palomar Mountains most scenic trails with a waterfall below!
Visit the Hermitage Self-Realization Gardens, one of San Diego's most peaceful meditation gardens
Visit the Hermitage Self-Realization Gardens, one of San Diego's most peaceful meditation gardens
Visit the Alta Vista Gardens in Vista. This is one of San Diego's largest and cheapest botanical gardens!
Visit the Alta Vista Gardens in Vista. This is one of San Diego's largest and cheapest botanical gardens!
Have a homemade meal at the Yellow Deli in Valley Center, one of the quaintest restaurants in San Diego County!
Have a homemade meal at the Yellow Deli in Valley Center, one of the quaintest restaurants in San Diego County!
Explore San Diego's birth place Presidio Park, filled with old monuments and rumored to be haunted!
Explore San Diego's birth place Presidio Park, filled with old monuments and rumored to be haunted!
Hike one of Poway's beautiful trails that takes you along Lake Poway and into Blue Sky Reserve
Hike one of Poway's beautiful trails that takes you along Lake Poway and into Blue Sky Reserve
Visit the Phap Vuong Monastery, one of San Diego's beautiful Buddhist Monasteries located in Escondido
Visit the Phap Vuong Monastery, one of San Diego's beautiful Buddhist Monasteries located in Escondido
Visit San Diego's most unique plant nursery, Exotica Rare Fruit Farm, filled with over 500 varieties of exotic fruits from all around the world!
Visit San Diego's most unique plant nursery, Exotica Rare Fruit Farm, filled with over 500 varieties of exotic fruits from all around the world!
Visit the grave site of John Eichar, one of San Diego's earliest pioneers. The location is tucked away in the woods of Rancho Penasquitos.
Visit the grave site of John Eichar, one of San Diego's earliest pioneers. The location is tucked away in the woods of Rancho Penasquitos.
Visit the historical Presidio Park, with its rich history, beautiful greenery, old monuments and ruins and even a battlefield!
Visit the historical Presidio Park, with its rich history, beautiful greenery, old monuments and ruins and even a battlefield!
There are many secrets that lay in these woods. Cypress Canyon is a green wonderland of hiking trails!
There are many secrets that lay in these woods. Cypress Canyon is a green wonderland of hiking trails!
Visit Cuyamaca State Park. This is one of San Diego's mountain towns complete with a lake, cabin rentals and much more!
Visit Cuyamaca State Park. This is one of San Diego's mountain towns complete with a lake, cabin rentals and much more!
The Giant Grove Trail is an enjoyable 1-mile loop loop in Scripps Ranch shaded by eucalyptus trees
The Giant Grove Trail is an enjoyable 1-mile loop loop in Scripps Ranch shaded by eucalyptus trees
Visit Golden Hill Park in Balboa Park. This fountain grotto is the oldest surviving structure in the entire park!
Visit Golden Hill Park in Balboa Park. This fountain grotto is the oldest surviving structure in the entire park!
Palm Canyon is a tropical oasis, containing more than 450 palms (58 species) within its 2 acres. A true hidden spot in Balboa Park!
Palm Canyon is a tropical oasis, containing more than 450 palms (58 species) within its 2 acres. A true hidden spot in Balboa Park!
La Jolla's coast is a whole new world when the tide goes down!
La Jolla's coast is a whole new world when the tide goes down!
Lake Hodges has one of San Diego's easiest waterfall hikes for all ages!
Lake Hodges has one of San Diego's easiest waterfall hikes for all ages!
Visit San Diego's very own Lavender Farm, located in the back-country of Valley Center!
Visit San Diego's very own Lavender Farm, located in the back-country of Valley Center!
Metate Meadows is a lush green wonderland hike in Poway!
Metate Meadows is a lush green wonderland hike in Poway!
Visit Morning Star Ranch, the compound and growing grounds responsible for the wonderful Yellow Deli!
Visit Morning Star Ranch, the compound and growing grounds responsible for the wonderful Yellow Deli!
Hike one of Serra Mesa's beautiful trails, Sandrock Canyon!
Hike one of Serra Mesa's beautiful trails, Sandrock Canyon!
Take a scenic hike in Palomar Mountain which leads you to the Palomar Observatory!
Take a scenic hike in Palomar Mountain which leads you to the Palomar Observatory!
Hike to Tooth Rock, a boulder resembling a giant tooth in Poway!
Hike to Tooth Rock, a boulder resembling a giant tooth in Poway!
Visit the San Diego Crime Victims Oak Garden which was started as a tribute to Cara Knott
Visit the San Diego Crime Victims Oak Garden which was started as a tribute to Cara Knott
Boulder Park is one of Jacumba's coolest places to explore filled with rocks carved into animals!
Boulder Park is one of Jacumba's coolest places to explore filled with rocks carved into animals!
Bly Rock Quarry is one of San Diego's rock quarries used to construct a dam nearby
Bly Rock Quarry is one of San Diego's rock quarries used to construct a dam nearby
The Black Mountain Gliderport is one of San Diego's historic gliderports that has been used since the 1920's
The Black Mountain Gliderport is one of San Diego's historic gliderports that has been used since the 1920's
summers past farms
summers past farms
Three Sisters Falls is one of San Diego's most impressive waterfalls, but doesn't come easy!
Three Sisters Falls is one of San Diego's most impressive waterfalls, but doesn't come easy!
Hike La Jolla's Ho Chi Minh trail, one of San Diego's most dangerous but beautiful trails
Hike La Jolla's Ho Chi Minh trail, one of San Diego's most dangerous but beautiful trails
Visit or go fishing at the beautiful Miramar Lake in Scripps Ranch
Visit or go fishing at the beautiful Miramar Lake in Scripps Ranch
Visit the Old Mission Dam in Mission Trails Regional Park
Visit the Old Mission Dam in Mission Trails Regional Park
Visit the ruins of hermit Marshal South's home on Ghost Mountain in the Anza Borrego Desert
Visit the ruins of hermit Marshal South's home on Ghost Mountain in the Anza Borrego Desert
Get one of the best views in Pacific Beach from Kate Sessions Park!
Get one of the best views in Pacific Beach from Kate Sessions Park!
Legends of a Big-foot type monster have swarmed this area for over 50 years now! Come out to see if the stories are true!
Legends of a Big-foot type monster have swarmed this area for over 50 years now! Come out to see if the stories are true!
Hike the historic Goat Canyon Trestle
Hike the historic Goat Canyon Trestle
Visit Seabreeze Organic Farm, one of San Diego's my beloved organic farms!
Visit Seabreeze Organic Farm, one of San Diego's my beloved organic farms!
Marston Canyon is one of the extensive trails located within Balboa Park. There are many paths you can take, all filled with their own unique beauty.
Marston Canyon is one of the extensive trails located within Balboa Park. There are many paths you can take, all filled with their own unique beauty.
Hike to one of the earliest pioneer's homes at Daley Ranch in Escondido
Hike to one of the earliest pioneer's homes at Daley Ranch in Escondido
A popular hike in San Diego County, the trail to Cedar Creek Falls is a challenging pathway through backcountry hills and down an exposed canyon to a spectacular waterfall.
A popular hike in San Diego County, the trail to Cedar Creek Falls is a challenging pathway through backcountry hills and down an exposed canyon to a spectacular waterfall.
Explore the secret swings of La Jolla!
Explore the secret swings of La Jolla!
Visit the Peace Garden. This is one of San Diego's greatest community gardens located in City Heights!
Visit the Peace Garden. This is one of San Diego's greatest community gardens located in City Heights!
Fish at Lake Dixon, one of San Diego's most sparkling blue lakes, located in Escondido!
Fish at Lake Dixon, one of San Diego's most sparkling blue lakes, located in Escondido!
Fort Rosecrans cemetery honors members of the armed forces features war memorials & water views.
Fort Rosecrans cemetery honors members of the armed forces features war memorials & water views.
Drive through Harmony Grove, one of the most haunted places in San Diego!
Drive through Harmony Grove, one of the most haunted places in San Diego!
Explore four miles of garden trails, enjoy restful vistas, flowering trees, majestic palms, and the nation’s largest bamboo collection at the San Diego Botanic Garden.
Explore four miles of garden trails, enjoy restful vistas, flowering trees, majestic palms, and the nation’s largest bamboo collection at the San Diego Botanic Garden.
Visit Black's Beach, one of the most famous nude beaches in the U.S.!
Visit Black's Beach, one of the most famous nude beaches in the U.S.!
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