Easy hikes and walks around San Diego

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Exploring San Diego 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 around San Diego. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Cowles Mountain Trail loop — Mission Trails Regional Park	Easy 01:44 5.24km
San Diego Zoo loop family tour — Balboa Park	Easy 01:28 5.53km
Cabrillo National Monument & Bayside Trail — San Diego	Easy 01:24 4.80km
Red Butte & Razor Point loop — Torrey Pines State Natural Preserve	Easy 00:51 3.02km

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Cowles Mountain Trail loop — Mission Trails Regional Park
01:44
5.24km
3.0km/h
260m
260m
Easy
4.8
(29)
224
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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San Diego Zoo loop family tour — Balboa Park
01:28
5.53km
3.8km/h
60m
60m
Easy
5.0
(15)
179
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Cabrillo National Monument & Bayside Trail — San Diego
01:24
4.80km
3.4km/h
130m
130m
Easy
4.8
(5)
117
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
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Red Butte & Razor Point loop — Torrey Pines State Natural Preserve
00:51
3.02km
3.5km/h
70m
70m
Easy
4.9
(9)
68
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.