HIKE IT UP! on “Black Mountain” trail: 7:00-09:30am. Rancho Penasquitos, CA

Black Mountain via Rolling Hills
The hike begins at the trailhead right off the street parking off of 10989 Avenida Maria. This is a 6.7 mile loop in Rancho Penasquitos, CA . Generally considered a moderately challenging hike, it takes an average 2.5-3 hours to complete. This fantastic trail offers beautiful panoramic views of the city from the summit The trail is well maintained with a mix of dirt and rocky sections. Be aware that the first mile and a half is at an incline that may be challenging for beginners.

Rating: Moderate
Distance: 6.7 miles
Terrain: Rocky, Up/Downhill, very steep grades at times
Elevation: 1466’ elevation gain
Trekking Poles: For downhills (highly recommended)
What to bring: Light pack, water, sunscreen, hat, good shoes/boots, lunch or snacks.

Where to Meet us:
We will be meeting at the trailhead off the street parking near the address 10989 Avenida Maria San Diego CA 92129

How to find us:
We will meet at 6:50am at the trailhead. Hike starts at 7:00am.

If you wish to bring a guest, please have them join our group and sign up for the event.

Please note the following: KNOW YOUR LIMITS and be prepared. Going out with us is the same as going out with a few friends. Expect the same risks, take the same precautions.

As organizers, we will do our best to give accurate descriptions of the hikes we post. Please note, this is NOT a race or fast pace hike. Plan on up to 3 hours on the trail. If you're a beginning hiker, a hike's elevation and distance may not mean much to you. Likewise, difficulty ratings are subjective, and a hike that is "easy" to one person may be "moderate" to another. Err on the side of caution if you are unsure.

You're much better off going on a hike that's too easy for you than a hike that's too hard or too dangerous for you. As you go on more hikes with us, you'll become more familiar with our ratings and our descriptions, and you'll learn more about your own limits. Ultimately, it's up to you to keep yourself safe out there. One note, please bring more water than you think you will need. Better to carry the extra weight, than be thirsty.

Waiver and Release of Liability
I am voluntarily participating in the aforementioned activity and I am participating in the activity entirely at my own risk. I am aware of the risk associated with traveling to and from as well as participating in this activity, which may include, but are not limited to, physical or psychological injury, pain and suffering, illness, disability, economic or emotional loss and death. I understand that these injuries or outcomes may arise from my own or others' negligence, conditions related to travel, or the condition of the activity location. Nonetheless, I assume all related risks, both known or unknown to me, of my participation in this activity, including travel to, from and during this activity.