Local hikes
Easy hiking with shade
Sycamore Canyon Trail Head
16281 Sycamore Canyon RdVery close by, pretty shade trees
This is a nice hike with a visitors center. On the north end in Santee is a dam with running water. Many rock climbers can be seen hiking the mountains between the visitors center and the dam.
194 locals recommend
Mission Trails Regional Park
1 Father Junipero Serra TrailThis is a nice hike with a visitors center. On the north end in Santee is a dam with running water. Many rock climbers can be seen hiking the mountains between the visitors center and the dam.
This is a really nice path walkway. There and back is about 7 miles. You’re always next to water which is nice. Also, boat rentals available too
9 locals recommend
Lake Murray Trail Head
5540 Kiowa DrThis is a really nice path walkway. There and back is about 7 miles. You’re always next to water which is nice. Also, boat rentals available too
Sightseeing
El Capitan Preserve
13775 Blue Sky Ranch RdBig hike, not very shaded. Bring lots of water
Cowles Mountain Trailhead
8282 Mesa RdWe love taking this hike on a full moon