Enjoy a variety of native and non-native plants in this coastal canyon south of San Dieguito Lagoon.
Enjoy a variety of native and non-native plants in this coastal canyon south of San Dieguito Lagoon. The trail ascends gradually into the canyon through sage scrub and chaparral habitats. This is an easy 2-mile hike with an elevation change of 400 feet. The hike is scheduled from 8–10 AM.
(Del Mar) From I-5, exit west on Via de la Valle for 0.3 mile. Turn left on Jimmy Durante Blvd. and go 0.9 mile. At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto San Dieguito Dr. and go 0.6 mile. This becomes Racetrack View Dr. Continue through the stop sign and park on the road shoulder at the Crest Canyon kiosk. No facilities. (GPS N32.962883, W117.255278)
You'll get to see all the goods along this riverine hike—chaparral, riparian, and meadow habitats
Start at the falls and then hike along the east side of the Sweetwater River. After crossing to the west side of the river, return through chaparral, riparian, and meadow habitats. This is an intermediate 6-mile hike with an elevation change of 1100 feet. The hike is scheduled from 8:30 AM–1:30 PM.
(Cuyamaca Rancho State Park) From I-8 E, exit at CA-79. Turn left and go 2.6 miles. Turn left to stay on CA-79 and go 4.2 miles. Turn left into the Green Valley Campground. Park at the falls day-use parking lot past campsite #76. A Day Use Fee or California State Park Pass is required for each vehicle (1 day for $10.00). Day use passes can be purchased at a kiosk or Iron Ranger, depending on the location. Note: Any Day Use pass is valid at all locations that require a pass within the park. See https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1049 for more information. Facilities. (GPS N32.903104, W116.580471)