South Clevenger Canyon Hike

The Rock Church Hiking Ministry's first hike of 2025 takes us to North County and the South Clevenger Canyon Trail. We'll meet at 7:45 a.m. and the adventure begins promptly at 8 a.m. Please arrive on time. Hope to see you there!

The trailhead is located 5.3 miles east of the San Diego Safari Park on SR-78. There is a parking lot at the trailhead. There are no restroom facilities or water at the trailhead.

This is a difficult hike, 4.5 miles with an elevation gain of 1,167 feet. Please self-evaluate your hiking and fitness levels before attempting this journey.

You are welcome to hike at your own pace. However, if you fall behind the group. it will be your responsibility to complete the hike.

If there is interest, we can go out to eat afterwards.

For we walk by faith, not by sight - 2 Corinthians 5:7

Click here to see the map.

Itinerary 

•  Difficulty: Difficult with 1,167-foot elevation gain
•  Highlight: Rocking chairs at the summit with great views of the San Pasqual Valley
•  Distance: 4.5 miles (round trip)
•  Elevation Gain: 1,167 feet
•  Hiking Time: approximately 3 hours
•  Dogs: (on leash) permitted
•  Weather: Hike may be cancelled for extreme weather.
•  Restrooms: None
• Travel time from San Diego: 45-50 minutes

 What to bring?

• Good running or hiking shoes
• Comfortable clothing, bring layers as the temperature will change
• Hat or visor
• Sunscreen
• Hiking Poles (optional)
• Water (at least 1.5 liters recommended)
• Snacks  and electrolytes

Trailhead Address

18259-18313 CA-78, Escondido, CA 92025

INFO

Info or questions: hike@sdrock.com