Running around La Mesa is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full …

Last updated: September 19, 2025

runners

1. Cowles Mountain Summit loop from Navajo

8.26km

01:05

290m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Intermediate

runners

2. Cowles Mountain Summit loop from San Carlos

4.89km

00:44

240m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Intermediate

Let us show you the way with the komoot mobile app

With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures in England and beyond.

runners

3. Running loop from SDSU Transit Center

8.41km

00:53

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Intermediate

runners

4. Chollas Reservoir loop from Oak Park

6.97km

00:52

90m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Intermediate

4.0

(1)

runners

5. Running loop from La Mesa

6.71km

00:43

110m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Intermediate

Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.

Already have an account?

Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.

Most popular routes around La Mesa

Easy hikes around La Mesa

Hiking around La Mesa

MTB Trails around La Mesa

Road Cycling Routes around La Mesa

Cycling around La Mesa

Gravel biking around La Mesa

Most popular attractions around La Mesa

Places to see

Mountain Peaks

Lakes

Get inspired with the komoot mobile app

With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures around London and beyond.

Join komoot Now

Explore more

Browse the best Running Trails & Routes in other regions.

San Diego Laguna Mountains Cleveland National Forest Chula Vista San Diego National Wildlife Refuge Rancho San Diego Otay Mountain Wilderness Spring Valley Border Field State Park Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge La Presa Jamul Cabrillo National Monument Imperial Beach Bonita Carlsbad National City Lemon Grove Oceanside Encinitas Coronado Casa De Oro-Mount Helix Mission Trails Regional Park Vista San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge Granite Hills Harmony Grove El Cajon Del Dios Eucalyptus Hills Rancho Santa Fe Black Mountain Open Space Park Escondido Fairbanks Ranch Del Mar Bonsall Camp Pendleton South Winter Gardens Santee Bostonia Camp Pendleton Mainside Agua Tibia Wilderness Crest Ramona Hidden Meadows Poway Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness Cuyamaca Rancho State Park Sawtooth Mountains Wilderness Lakeside Solana Beach Valley Center Elfin Forest San Marcos Pine Valley Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Sawtooth Mountains A Wilderness Study Area Lake San Marcos Anza-Borrego Desert State Wilderness Mount Laguna Fallbrook Rainbow Descanso Vallecito Mountains Julian

The best running trails around La Mesa

1. Cowles Mountain Summit loop from Navajo

2. Cowles Mountain Summit loop from San Carlos

3. Running loop from SDSU Transit Center

4. Chollas Reservoir loop from Oak Park

5. Running loop from La Mesa

Most popular routes around La Mesa

Most popular attractions around La Mesa

Get inspired with the komoot mobile app

Explore more

Get ready to conquer new peaks

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️