I have been hiking in San Diego county since we moved here in 2001. Although there are still some large areas I haven't explored yet (mainly south of interstate 8), I have put together my current list of the top hikes.
- Mt. Gower – tough up and down hike with some really steep sections but the views are worth it.
- Wilson Peak – some of the best views of Anza-Borrego. You can start up at the bottom for a long or shorten it by driving up the ridge.
- Manchester Preserve – my backyard hike is great short track.
- Bernardo Mountain – can be crowded but great views from the peak.
- Piedras Pintadas – do the entire hike out to the interpretive loop.
- Eagle Rock – I prefer the southern approach out-and-back hike.
- Blue Angel Peak – lots of rocks on this remote desert hike. Be sure to find Smuggler's Cave.
- Bayside Trail – Cabrillo National Monument gets thousands of visitors a year but few of them do this trail with awesome bay views.
- Oakzanita Peak/Stonewall Peak – two great peaks with Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. Oakzanita is harder but has better views to the west. Stonewall is easier but is well worth it.
- Viejas Mountain - tough uphill but the 360 degree views are spectacular.
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