Rios Avenue Trail – Annie's Canyon loop from Solana Beach

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Rios Avenue Trail – Annie's Canyon loop from Solana Beach

Easy

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Rios Avenue Trail – Annie's Canyon loop from Solana Beach

01:28

5.51km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Parking

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743 m

Rios Avenue Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Open from sunrise to sunset this hiking path is friendly for leashed dogs, except in the slot canyon portion. This part of the trail has pretty even terrain and is straight forward.

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1.06 km

Annie's Canyon is a sandstone slot canyon that stands out for its uniqueness, featuring a ladder that leads you to the top. From there, you can enjoy panoramic views of the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve.

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1.16 km

View of the Pacific Ocean from Annie's Canyon Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Looking over the Preserve you get nice views of the Pacific Ocean. Mornings often get a marine layer that can obstruct view but by afternoon it can be nice and sunny, don't forget sun protection while hiking!

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3.08 km

San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The San Elijo Lagoon is one of the largest coastal wetlands in County San Diego. There is a visitor center and some well laid out trails through the lagoon. The …

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3.56 km

San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve spans 979 acres and includes a lagoon formed by the convergence of Escondido and La Orilla Creeks with the Pacific Ocean. It's a favorite …

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4.89 km