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San Diego County

Easy hikes and walks in San Diego County

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Exploring San Diego County on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in San Diego County. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: November 16, 2025

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1. Cowles Mountain Trail loop — Mission Trails Regional Park

5.24km

01:44

260m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.0

(16)

206

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2. San Diego Zoo loop family tour — Balboa Park

5.53km

01:28

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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(6)

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3. Cabrillo National Monument & Bayside Trail — San Diego

4.80km

01:24

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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(9)

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4. Red Butte & Razor Point loop — Torrey Pines State Natural Preserve

3.02km

00:51

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Torrey Pines State Park loop — Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

4.15km

01:11

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Downtown Carlsbad to Tamarack Beach — Carlsbad

3.56km

00:54

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Kwaay Paay Peak Trail — Mission Trails Regional Park

3.67km

01:22

260m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Solana Hills Botanical loop — San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve

6.87km

01:49

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Lake Poway loop

4.41km

01:18

130m

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Trail — Batiquitos Lagoon

6.16km

01:35

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in San Diego County

1. Cowles Mountain Trail loop — Mission Trails Regional Park

2. San Diego Zoo loop family tour — Balboa Park

3. Cabrillo National Monument & Bayside Trail — San Diego

4. Red Butte & Razor Point loop — Torrey Pines State Natural Preserve

5. Torrey Pines State Park loop — Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

6. Downtown Carlsbad to Tamarack Beach — Carlsbad

7. Kwaay Paay Peak Trail — Mission Trails Regional Park

8. Solana Hills Botanical loop — San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve

9. Lake Poway loop

10. Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Trail — Batiquitos Lagoon

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