Top rated Hiking areas in National City

Experience the best that National City has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 42 places from Hiking area category.

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Pyles Peak summit image
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Pyles Peak summit
Hiking area
👍👍 Only way to hit this peak is to go up Cowles first, making for a double peak adventure. Worth every minute. More secluded and quiet.
4.90 (87 reviews) (~17.09 km from centre)
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Climbers Loop North Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 Great quick trail with strenuous stretches throughout - lots of large boulders and steps giving you a great workout with beautiful views.
4.90 (61 reviews) (~17.13 km from centre)
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Kwaay Paay Peak Trailhead
Hiking area
4.90 (48 reviews) (~18.76 km from centre)
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Sunset Cliffs Cave
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Absolutely Gorgeous!! Check the times for low tide before going to the cave for safety. Be extra careful when going down to the cliffs. Walking to get to the caves can be slippery, expect to get wet. It’s was a great day exploring the caves!!!
4.80 (2.1K reviews) (~15.68 km from centre)
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Cowles Mountain Trailhead
Hiking area
Picturesque uphill hiking trail known for its panoramic views at the summit.
4.80 (1.7K reviews) (~15.2 km from centre)
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Point Loma Tide Pools
Hiking area
National monument rock pools exposed at low tide below sandstone cliffs teeming with rich sea life.
4.80 (1.4K reviews) (~13.71 km from centre)
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Fiesta Island Dog Park
Dog park
Dogs can roam without a leash in this large, fenced space on a peninsula with meadows & a beach.
4.80 (1.2K reviews) (~15.78 km from centre)
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Cowles Mountain
Hiking area
👍👍 Fun hike with a decent amount of elevation. Super crowded on weekends as you’d expect so getting there early is key - once the sun comes out, it can get pretty toasty on the trail too.
4.80 (661 reviews) (~16.25 km from centre)
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Mother Miguel Mountain Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 Peaceful hike along the side of the mountain which had lots of switch backs but you could easily walk straight up not realizing your not on the path but on a wash out. Your supposed to stay on the trail and not cut through but at times I found myself cutting through by accident. No shade except a li...
4.80 (555 reviews) (~11.91 km from centre)
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Mission Trails-Kwaay Paay Peak
Hiking area
👍👍 If you like hikes with a goal, this is a good option. Unlike Cowles mountain this trail is greener and offer occasional shade. There are some steps to climb, but other than that it's your regular unpaved hiking path. On the way back you may want to slow down a bit if you want to take easy on your k...
4.80 (327 reviews) (~18.93 km from centre)
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Kwaay Paay Peak
Hiking area
This 1,194-ft-high peak in Mission Trails Regional Park features a hiking trail & sweeping views.
4.80 (183 reviews) (~17.41 km from centre)
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Big Rock Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 One of the many good things about San Diego are the hikes. I highly recommend this one to hike up Cowles Mountain and all the way to Pyles Peak as well. It's fun but also a difficult hike for some.
4.80 (133 reviews) (~18.52 km from centre)
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South Fortuna Summit
Hiking area
👍👍 Probably my favorite trail in Mission Trails. It’s great for trail running or hiking.
4.80 (116 reviews) (~17.91 km from centre)
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Oak Canyon Waterfall (seasonal)
Hiking area
👍👍 During rainy season this hike is a lo5 of fun. If it has recently rained be prepared to cross minor water. Waterfall is not very big but the hike along the river is beautiful. There is a parking lot but it only fits a handful of cars.
4.80 (87 reviews) (~19.16 km from centre)
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Lower Otay Reservoir Bike Trail Trailhead
Hiking area
👍 We went when it was a little wet so there were no bikes, but if you start to think you might be going the wrong way., you might be! Not all roads lead to Rome and I found myself pretty lost going down the wrong trail. Follow signs and pay attention friends.
4.80 (64 reviews) (~16.8 km from centre)
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Otay Mountain Summit
Hiking area
👍 This is an incredible road for biking! The route starting from the east (I park near the end of Calzada de la Fuente off of Alta Rd) is an ideal grade for riding. Downsides include sketchy access (no trespassing sign), off road trucks and dirt bikes, border control agents in giant black SUVs, and ai...
4.80 (33 reviews) (~25.57 km from centre)
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Old Mission Dam
Historical landmark
👍👍 Aside from parking being a bit tough at peek times, this place is great! You can either park by the dam or hike there after starting by the visitor center! Depending on the time of year, the water levels at the dam rise and fall! There are great trails surrounding the dam and informative signs and i...
4.70 (658 reviews) (~18.7 km from centre)
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Blacks Beach Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 Very nice secluded minimally busy beach. Nude optional, rescue teams including a helicopter on hand. Very tall long hiking trails, and steep terrain. Jellyfish and other sea life, succulents, lizards and natural aesthetics.
4.70 (413 reviews) (~26.36 km from centre)
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Barker Way Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 Anytime you can park here and go hiking with your best friends and loved pups! San Diego is the best city in the US
4.70 (365 reviews) (~16.4 km from centre)
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La Mesa Secret Stairs
Hiking area
👍👍 The weather and views were great for the Secret Stairs. I cannot wait to try them again soon.
4.70 (343 reviews) (~11.43 km from centre)
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