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North Fortuna Summit – Old Mission Dam loop from San Carlos

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United States
California
San Diego County
San Diego

North Fortuna Summit – Old Mission Dam loop from San Carlos

Hard

4.7

(8767)

11,060

runners

North Fortuna Summit – Old Mission Dam loop from San Carlos

04:20

30.4km

1,300m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

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After 16.7 km for 135 m

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Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.39 km

San Diego River Crossing

Highlight • River

River crossing near the Visitor's Center. Can be nearly dry or full of storm runoff depending on the season. It's a nice bit of water in an otherwise dry area.

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2

5.49 km

South Fortuna Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Summit

South Fortuna Trail and Peak is a perfect hike for those who want to want to get away from the city without the drive. The path is well trafficked, but the view is magnificent.

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3

6.76 km

South Fortuna Mountain

Highlight • Summit

South Fortuna is the lowest of the 5 mountains in the park but still provides excellent views that can extend to Mexico and the ocean when the skies are clear. …

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4

8.41 km

North Fortuna Summit

Highlight • Summit

North Fortuna is one of the five peaks in Mission Trails Regional Park with stunning views.

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5

11.8 km

Old Mission Dam

Highlight • Monument

This is a nationally registered historic landmark and a starting point for hikes into the surroundings. This is an excellent area for bird watching and just relaxing.

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6

13.7 km

Kwaay Paay Peak

Highlight • Summit

At just under 1,200 feet Kwaay Paay Peak offers great views of the area and can be accessed by a few short but steep trails. Great for a quick morning or evening hike.

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7

21.7 km

View from Cowles Mountain

Highlight • Viewpoint

Cowles Mountain is a prominent mountain located in the San Carlos neighborhood, within the city limits of San Diego. The view from the top is spectacular.

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8

24.2 km

Pyles Peak

Highlight • Summit

Pyles Peak is the 2nd highest point of the 5-Peak challenge for Mission Trails Regional Park. It can be combined with Cowles Mountain to tick off both of the highest peaks in on go!

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30.4 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.1 km

4.49 km

3.75 km

2.87 km

2.01 km

201 m

Surfaces

15.9 km

8.01 km

3.74 km

1.78 km

919 m

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Highest point (460 m)

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