San Dieguito Lagoon

3.5 miles, no ascent, no hazards.
This is hike number 5 in Jerry Schad's book 50 Best Short Hikes San Diego, an easy out-and-back hike along the north side of San Dieguito Lagoon. We'll follow the Lagoon Trail, which is part of the Coast to Crest Trail. It passes under I-5. We'll continue on the Riverpath to the remains of the Old Grand Avenue Bridge.

Yes, this is another easy coastal hike that we do to escape the heat. Del Mar is often the coolest place in the county.

We did this hike last summer (and the summers before that). For details, including photographs, see

2019: https://www.meetup.com/sandiegodayhikers/events/263571282/
2020: https://www.meetup.com/sandiegodayhikers/events/272344631/

We'll meet at 9:00 AM at the trailhead at the south end of San Andres Dr. (N 32 58.710 W 117 14.840).
Google Maps: San Dieguito River Park

SUGGESTED ROUTE FROM SAN DIEGO: Go north on I-5 and exit at Via De La Valle (exit 36). Go east about 0.13 miles past a shopping center and turn right into San Andres Dr. Go all the way to the end of the street. The area is served by NCTD Breeze bus 308.

Leashed dogs are allowed.

Take water, a snack, a hat and sunscreen. Hiking shoes are not required.

There is a rest room on the trail, but it is not at our starting point. Arrive early if you want to use the rest room before beginning the hike.

Contact: Nick Burke 858-264-7787 burkenlb@gmail.com.