Cowles Mountain

Cowles Mountain (pronounced "coals") is located in San Carlos, San Diego. This is a good trail for a quick hike and for work out purposes. Dogs are allowed but must kept on leash. It's extremely crowded on the weekends, but the trail is well-traveled and maintained. It's hard to find parking (even side-street). There are many hikers, joggers, and runners on the trail all the time. The trail begin a steep climb toward the peak of Cowles Mountain. And some are increase their distance with the goal of touching the plaque on the rock at the top. Cowles Mountain hiking trail is one of the most popular in the area, with a 360 degree view from the top. 

Informations:

• 3 miles round trip
• 1,593 feet of elevation gain
• 1 to 3 hours hike
• Moderate
• Cowles Mountain, San Diego

The Trail Starts Here.

The view of Lake Murray.

At the top of Cowles Mountain.

Done Hiking! Let's go Climbing!

View from the Top.

Sunset View.

Cowles Mountain is a good trail for quick hike and work out purposes.  It is best to hike during spring time because of the wild flowers bloom and its perfect for photography.

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Mt. Woodson (Potato Chip Rock)

Mt. Woodson (Potato Chip Rock) is one of the famous Hiking trails in San Diego. Mt. Woodson Trails are well maintained and dogs are allowed. It's rated as moderately strenuous. The trail is very steep and narrow in some places. Don't forget to bring enough water, it was dry and extremely hot especially during summer season. But when you reach to the top are worth the effort. Many people are waiting to take their pictures on the famous Potato Chip Rock! On your way down its the same trail, going down is a lot faster and easy than going up the trail.

Informations:

8 miles round trip

4 to 6 hours hike

1,700 feet of elevation gain

There's a parking lot fee ($5)

Mount Woodson Trail

View of the Lake Poway.

Mt. Woodson trail has a lots of unique Rock Formations.

One of the famous Potato Chip Rock.

"Where's my House Pose!"

We did it!

Third time! 👍🏼

The Mt. Woodson (Potato Chip Rock) is a great hike to experience in San Diego. 

Note: Don't Forget To Bring Enough Water if you hike in the summertime!