Synopses & Reviews
50 Best Short Hikes San Diego highlights enough diverse routes in Southern Californiaand#8217;s showpiece city for a year of weekly hikes. From sidewalk strolls and historic neighborhoods, to wildflowers and waterfalls, pleasant pastimes and panoramic vistas unfold in this handy guidebook. As the title says, these routes are and#147;short.and#8221; They range from less than 1 mile to nearly 8 miles, with an average of 5 miles, each, over all 50 of the hikes. And all lie within 30 miles of San Diegoand#8217;s central core.
Outdoor author and longtime San Diego resident Jerry Schad takes you from the beauty of Del Mar Crest and Beach on the north coast, to the inland Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve. He guides you from walks in San Diegoand#8217;s Torrey Pines Beach and Reserve, to Rice Canyon in the south and the Hollenbeck Preserve in the east. Beaches, urban settings, nature preserves, and mountain peaks beckon locals to explore their own backyards and visitors to enjoy one of Americaand#8217;s most stunning metropolitan environments. Detailed maps and enticing photos accompany each descriptive entry.
Whether you have one hour or all day to stretch your legs, youand#8217;ll find yourself turning to this guidebook again and again.
Synopsis
50 Best Short Hikes: San Diego explores fantastic views and hidden trails throughout the city. With this guide you can find out where the nearest campgrounds and trails are located. Author Jerry Schad has also included lifesaving tips on protecting yourself from heat, flash floods, and poisonous creatures. Short trips include hikes in Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve, Torrey Pines Beach & Reserve Loop, Rice Canyon, and Cowles Mountain. Even if you have only a limited amount of time to explore these incredible areas, the short routes described here let you stretch your legs, take in the great outdoors, and feel the wind in your face. Maps and information on park services and interpretive activities are also included.