Wildlife

Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve

16 locals recommend,

Tips from locals

Lauren & Leon
February 5, 2014
5 minute drive to this easy yet beautiful trail head. Free parking. Hike up to the waterfall.
Rebecca
August 1, 2022
Beautiful area for a family walk! We have even taken photos there for a maternity photoshoot when pregnant with our first daughter!
Scott
May 18, 2018
Hiking and mountain biking.
Melvin And Nina
August 29, 2018
Visit the historic Santa Maria de Los Peñasquitos Adobe (1823) or take a scenic hike in one of the largest preserves in the U.S.
DavidandOanh
May 22, 2016
Great place for a nice stroll/hike. Very easy trail.

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Location
12020 Black Mountain Rd
San Diego, CA
Mira Mesa