Overview
Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve is a 4,000-acre nature preserve in the northern part of San Diego, offering hiking and biking trails through a natural canyon with a creek, waterfalls, and a historic ranch. The preserve is one of the largest open space areas in the city and is a popular destination for hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing.
Why Visit
Los Peñasquitos Canyon offers a peaceful, natural hiking experience in the heart of the northern San Diego communities. The preserve's trails wind through a canyon with a creek, oak trees, and seasonal waterfalls. The historic Johnson Mora Adobe and the Rancho Santa de los Peñasquitos are located within the preserve, providing historic interest. The area is a peaceful, natural retreat within the urban area.
Amenities
- Hiking and biking trails
- Seasonal waterfalls
- Peñasquitos Creek
- Historic Johnson Mora Adobe
- Wildlife viewing
- Parking at trailheads
Things to Do
- Hike the trails through the canyon
- Visit the seasonal waterfalls
- Explore the historic ranch buildings
- Mountain bike the trails
- View wildlife, including deer, coyotes, and birds
Who This Park Is Best For
Hikers, mountain bikers, and nature lovers seeking a peaceful, natural hiking experience in northern San Diego.
Parking Information
Parking is available at the trailheads, including at the Sorrento Valley Road entrance and the Black Mountain Road entrance. Parking can fill up on weekends and holidays.
Location
4206 Sorrento Valley Road, San Diego, CA 92121
Nearby Cities & Neighborhoods
Nearby Attractions
- Peñasquitos Creek
- Historic ranch
- Waterfall trail