Noble Canyon - Pine Valley

4.5miles 500ft ascent. No hazards.
Description:
Get away from the city on this very pretty shorter hike in Cleveland National Forest.

Directions:
Take I-8 East to exit 45 towards Pine Valley and turn left. At the stop sign turn left onto Old Hwy 80 towards Julian. At 1.1 miles after crossing a bridge turn right onto Pine Creek Rd. Go 1.5 miles and turn right at the Noble Canyon trailhead sign (partially obscured). Follow road to parking area. We last hiked here 9/19/24 https://www.meetup.com/sandiegodayhikers/events/303474504

*** An Adventure pass - $5 - (or an America the Beautiful pass) is required for parking. Digital passes can be purchased here https://www.recreation.gov/pass

Google Maps: Noble Canyon Trailhead
Apple Maps: Noble Canyon Trailhead
GPS: N32º 50.9750' W116º 31.4136'

Amenities:
A vault toilet is available. Dogs on leash permitted. Wear layered clothing and take a hat, water, sunscreen and a snack. Cell service mostly non-existent.

If you wish to carpool from the Los Coches ParknRide, 13516 Camino Canada, El Cajon, text me please. I will leave there at 8:45am.

Contact: Nick Burke text 858-264-7787