The best running trails around Santee
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Last updated: October 26, 2025
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1. Old Mission Dam loop from Carlton Hills
7.89km
00:51
70m
70m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
25
runners
2. Kumeyaay Grinding Rocks – View of Old Mission Dam loop from Carlton Hills
10.1km
01:12
130m
130m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
runners
3. Kwaay Paay Peak loop from Carlton Hills
6.48km
00:57
270m
270m
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
13
runners
4. South Fortuna Mountain loop from Carlton Hills
15.3km
02:08
560m
560m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
11
runners
5. Cowles Mountain Summit loop from Winter Gardens
12.0km
01:45
530m
530m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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