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Amy Beddows 5:26 p.m., June 18
Roam-O-Rama
Big Laguna-Gatos Spur
Aromas of butterscotch and grape soda in Cleveland National Forest
Pines, oaks, and incense cedar on this six-mile loop of the Gatos Big Laguna Trail Spur.
Miramar Reservoir
Water birds on the lake and chaparral vegetation on the slopes make this a pleasant walk.
Lakeside's River Park
Sand mine becomes riparian willow forest in Lakeside.
This hike features the work of a local conservancy to restore this section of the San Diego River.
Lopez Canyon, Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve
This Los Peñasquitos tributary canyon has varied natural resources and a rich biodiversity of species.
Stonewall Peak Loop
Beware of Stonewall Peak's poodle-dog bush
Follow this switchback trail to granitic 5730-foot-high Stonewall Peak for views of Cuyamaca Reservoir and the nearby peaks of Cuyamaca, Middle, and North.
Lute Ridge, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
The largest known fault scarp on the North American continent existing on unconsolidated sediments.
Rancho La Costa Habitat Conservation Area
Carlsbad’s high point offers a 360-degree view from the coast to the mountains.
Ruffin Canyon Open-Space Preserve
Hike cobbled streambeds with small groupings of palm trees and chaparral plants lining the canyon.
Inner Pasture View Via Moonlight Canyon
Hike to a viewpoint overlooking an area where Indians once lived and enjoy the silence and isolation.
Butler Canyon Loop, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Visit an old Indian village site and hike down a high-walled serpentine gorge.
