The 7-mile hike will go south from San Elijo Hills Park and up Denning Road to the top of Denk Mountain. Hikers will pass Denk Tank and explore the trail connections to Carlsbad. Hikers will return via Copper Creek and Copper Canyon. 850-foot elevation gain. Hike rating = Strenuous.

Meeting location: San Elijo Hills Park, 1105 Elfin Forest Road, San Marcos 92078

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