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Vallecito Mountains

Vallecito Mountains

Easy hikes and walks in the Vallecito Mountains

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Exploring Vallecito Mountains 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 the Vallecito Mountains. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: December 17, 2025

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1. Pictograph Trail to Smuggler's Canyon overlook

4.29km

01:15

120m

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

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2. Wind Caves Trail — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

1.54km

00:29

60m

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

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3. Mortero Trail to Yaquitapec

5.93km

01:43

140m

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

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4. Narrows Earth Trail — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

1.10km

00:20

40m

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

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5. Elephant Trees Nature Trail — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

4.39km

01:11

60m

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

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6. Fish Creek Wash to Split Mountain Gorge — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

7.04km

01:56

120m

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

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7. Box Canyon Trail — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

5.08km

01:22

70m

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

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8. The Slot Canyon – Borrego Mountain Wash loop from Calipatria

3.65km

01:02

80m

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

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9. Borrego Mountain Wash – The Slot Canyon loop from Calipatria

3.37km

00:57

70m

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

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10. The Slot Canyon – Borrego Mountain Wash loop from Calipatria

6.38km

01:47

120m

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

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Easy hikes and walks in the Vallecito Mountains

1. Pictograph Trail to Smuggler's Canyon overlook

2. Wind Caves Trail — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

3. Mortero Trail to Yaquitapec

4. Narrows Earth Trail — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

5. Elephant Trees Nature Trail — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

6. Fish Creek Wash to Split Mountain Gorge — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

7. Box Canyon Trail — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

8. The Slot Canyon – Borrego Mountain Wash loop from Calipatria

9. Borrego Mountain Wash – The Slot Canyon loop from Calipatria

10. The Slot Canyon – Borrego Mountain Wash loop from Calipatria

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