Moderate: 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.’

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.