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California
1.9 mi
Distance
340 ft
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San Diego River Gorge Trail
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The San Diego River Gorge Trail offers a scenic 1.9-mile journey through a dramatic canyon carved by the San Diego River. This relatively short hike features moderate elevation gain with rewarding views of the gorge's steep walls, river access, and riparian vegetation. The trail provides an excellent introduction to San Diego's backcountry with manageable distance and accessible terrain.
Inaja
~15 min drive
Easy 1-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Inaja, California.
Indian Creek
~26 min drive
Moderate 7.72-mile hike with 1,760 ft gain through scenic California backcountry.
Pine Mountain
~28 min drive
Steady 4.56-mile climb through chaparral with ridge-top views.
Garnet Peak
~30 min drive
Steep 2.34-mile summit hike with 617 ft elevation gain and panoramic views.
Secret Canyon
~28 min drive
Remote 22.5-mile canyon trek through California backcountry with moderate elevation gain.
Gun Slinger
~37 min drive
Easy 3.68-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Gun Slinger, California.
Lightning Ridge
~33 min drive
Short ridge hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Noble Canyon
~29 min drive
Challenging 20-mile backcountry trail with 2,785 ft elevation gain in San Diego County.
Greenhorn
~41 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile foothill hike with 396 ft elevation gain near Greenhorn.
Espinosa Trail (TH to 10,628'
~35 min drive
Easy 2-mile alpine walk to 10,628 ft with minimal elevation gain.
