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1. Sunset Cliffs ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Torrey Pines Hiking Trails ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Iron Mountain

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4. Oakoasis Open Space Preserve

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5. Mine Peak

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6. Cowles Mountain

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7. El Cajon Mountain

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8. Cedar Creek Falls

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9. Mount Woodson

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10. Daley Ranch

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11. Ho Chi Minh Trail

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12. William Heise County Park

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13. Cuyamaca Peak Loop Trail

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14. Oak Canyon Trail

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15. Double Peak Trail

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16. Sheep Canyon

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17. Borrego Palm Canyon

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18. Viejas Mountains

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19. Stonewall Peak

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20. Hiking Near Me: Boucher Hill Loop

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21. Del Mar Mesa Preserve

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22. Three Sisters Waterfalls

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23. San Onofre State Beach

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • San Diego enjoys wonderful weather all year round, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
  • It features spectacular mountains, hills, mesas, canyons, and waterfalls covered with native trees and scrubs.
  • The city boasts more than its share of excellent hiking trails for all levels of fitness.
  • The trails near San Diego are perfect for the active traveler seeking adventure.
  • Most trails wind through parks and preserves, offering an opportunity to learn about the native flora.

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San Diego, California Weather by Month:

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precip. (in) Conditions
January 65 47 2.5 Mild & Sunny
February 68 49 2.0 Mild & Sunny
March 69 50 1.5 Mild & Sunny
April 73 54 0.8 Warm & Sunny
May 77 58 0.3 Warm & Sunny
June 80 63 0.1 Warm & Sunny
July 82 67 0.1 Warm & Sunny
August 81 66 0.1 Warm & Sunny
September 78 61 0.5 Warm & Sunny
October 73 55 1.0 Warm & Sunny
November 68 49 2.0 Mild & Sunny
December 65 47 2.5 Mild & Sunny

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