Hiking in San Diego County - natural landscape

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Our favorite hikes in San Diego County

Discover EPIC trails San Diego County

By François Dumaine • Updated 30/01/2026

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Why hike in San Diego County?

Discover the most beautiful trails in San Diego County. An ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts with routes suitable for all levels.

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Top 10 best hiking in San Diego County

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Coyote Mountain, California

San Diego County

973 M

Coyote Mountain, California

San Diego County

973 M

Morgan Hill, California

San Diego County

1719 M

Morgan Hill, California

San Diego County

1719 M

Mount Helix, California

San Diego County

Point Loma, California

San Diego County

122 M

Point Loma, California

San Diego County

122 M

Salton Sea

San Diego County

1.6 KM

3 m

Beginner

Salton Sea

San Diego County

1.6 KM

3 m

Beginner

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Our favorite hikes in San Diego County

Why hike in San Diego County?

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Coyote Mountain, California

Coyote Mountain, California

Morgan Hill, California

Morgan Hill, California

Mount Helix, California

Point Loma, California

Point Loma, California

Salton Sea

Salton Sea

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