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The Canyoneers
Canyoneers are San Diego Natural History Museum volunteers trained to lead interpretive nature walks that teach appreciation for the great outdoors. Read more about them in Coast to Cactus: The genesis of San Diego's definitive hiking guide.
Articles by The Canyoneers
Follow part of the early stagecoach line between Poway and Escondido
The views of the surrounding hills and of San Pasqual Agricultural Preserve are outstanding
Follow part of the early stagecoach line between Poway and Escondido
An unassuming cemetery in Mission Hills
Salvaged tombstones are the only indication that Calvary Cemetery ever existed
An unassuming cemetery in Mission Hills
Hosp's loss, Carlsbad's gain
A eucalyptus forest with scenic views of Buena Vista Lagoon.
The many eucalyptus trees (Eucalyptus globulus) growing in this part of Carlsbad were originally planted by F.W. Hosp, an Oceanside nurseryman, who hoped to use the wood for railroad ties, bridges, and trestles. Hosp and ...
Trans-County—South Poway Trail
Hike an urban section of the Trans-County Trail
The South Poway Trail is part of San Diego’s 110-mile Trans-County Trail, currently incomplete, that will eventually extend from the Anza Borrego Desert State Park to the Pacific Ocean near Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. ...
Morrison Pond
Visit a partially-secluded and quiet spot in Sweetwater Regional Summit Park.
Once the site of a sand and gravel quarry, Morrison Pond is now a partially-secluded spot within the Sweetwater Regional Summit Park that is great for nature watching. It is an open preserve with multiple ...
Stonebridge Trail: San Elijo Lagoon
Enjoy the diverse natural environments of the eastern portion of the San Elijo Ecological Reserve.
The San Elijo Ecological Reserve protects one of the largest remaining wetlands in Southern California as well as the bordering hills containing dense stands of maritime chaparral and coastal sage scrub. The Stonebridge Trail takes ...
Rolando Village Catwalks (East County)
These walkways and staircases rival La Mesa’s “Secret Stairs” for a cardio workout.
La Mesa and adjacent Rolando Village stand out as one of the few areas in the county that offer a system of public walkways and stairways. Probably best known are the “Secret Stairs” of Mt. ...
Champagne Pass Viewpoint—Pine Mountain Loop
Take in a 360-degree view and sign the register on this little-known peak in the Laguna Mountains.
This is a moderate hike that offers little shade on its way to the top of Champagne Pass (~5500’) where the views are magnificent. This trail can be taken year-round, with blooming wildflowers in the ...
La Mesa’s secret stairs to peak of Mount Nebo
Get a cardio workout on staircases that date back to 1912.
For those looking for stair stepping exercise in San Diego County, there are actually several options for a cardio workout: The San Diego Convention Center has about 100 steps; the “Catwalks” of Rolando Village are ...
