January 8 (second Saturday): Santa Fe Valley Trail

This short but challenging 4.5-mile hike will explore the Santa Fe Valley Trail, itself a segment of the classic Coast to Crest Trail, as it winds southwest through The Crosby Open Space Preserve. Hikers will be treated to peek-a-boo views of the San Dieguito River. There will be some steep switchbacks with a total elevation gain of 535’. Hike rating = Moderate.

Meeting location: SDRP Parking Lot. From Del Dios Highway west of I-15, turn south at The Paradise Produce Market (formerly “The Lemon Twist Stand”) 8175 Del Dios Hywy, Rancho Santa Fe, 92067. Proceed to park at the Trailhead.  (We strongly encourage carpooling as parking space is limited at the Trailhead.)

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