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It’s easily one of San Diego County’s most difficult trails. “In a word, it’s treacherous,” said Park Ranger Kyle Icke. But that hasn’t stopped avid hiker Jim Carretta from attempting to conquer El Cajon Mountain 100 times.
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Finally! The sun is back and you’ve been itching to get outside for a hike. Just remember, it’s tick season in San Diego County, and you need to protect yourself and your pets.
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Before attempting “El Cap,” Supervising Park Ranger Kyle Icke takes you off the beaten path with this Q&A on the 2,619-acre preserve.
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There’s a new trail in town! The Helix Flume Trail has plenty of great views, but there are also lots of cool history lessons along the way. Try it out with this virtual hike.
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Have you ever tried to go for a hike after it rains only to find the trail is closed and wondered why? We went out to Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve and talked with a County Park Ranger to find out.
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County Parks has so many trails, it’s hard to know where to begin. We connected with Scott Turner, outdoor enthusiast, Modern Hiker contributor and co-author for the next edition of “Afoot & Afield in San Diego County” to get a short list of our trails to try in the New Year. Here are his recommendations, by month, at County parks and preserves across San Diego.
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Explore Santa Ysabel County Preserve before lacing up your hiking boots, strapping on your bike helmet or saddling up for a horseback ride on more than 17.5 miles of trails. Supervising Park Ranger Michael Hubbell takes you off the beaten path with this Q&A on the ecologically diverse County park.