Trail to Bay Hike - Kwaay Paay in Mission Trails (sunrise hike)
Thanks for your interest in joining us for our Trail to Bay Challenge hike at Kwaay Paay Sunrise Hike in Mission Trails Regional Park on March 13, 2022. One of the five major peaks in Mission Trails, it is part of the 5-Peak Challenge. Challenges are a great way to get motivated and meet new people! Many of the native plants and wildlife found here are similar to what is found in our local hikes around Chula Vista. At the peak, there will be 360 views of San Diego County.
Date: March 13, 2022
Check in time: 5:30 am
Hike start time: 6:00 am
Capacity: 20 people
Hiking level: HARD
***This is an adults only hike due to safety precautions.***
Meeting Location: Gate on west side of lot. (near trash and recycling bins). Parking lot address: Bushy Hill Dr, Santee, CA 92071 (at transect of Bushy Hill Dr. and Father Junipero Serra Trail.
Driving Directions: From CA-125 N, exit Mission Gorge Rd on left. Continue down Mission Gorge Road for 1.7 miles, then take slight right onto Father Junipero Serra Trail. Lot will be on left.
Suggested Parking: Main dirt lot on Bushy Hill Dr. Some street parking available on Father Junipero Serra Trail.
Trailhead Location: .2 miles NorthWest of parking lot on left.
Restrooms and Water: No restrooms or water stations, please plan accordingly.
Hike Length: 2.5 miles (loop) with 900 ft elevation gain. Summit at 1.3 mile mark. Although it is a shorter hike, the inclines are steeper and the trails are 1.5 persons in width.
Recommended Gear: Water pack / bottle, hiking poles, headlamp / flashlight (if sunrise or sunset hike), hiking shoes with proper support.
Helpful Links:
Mission Trails Regional Park Trail Map: mtrp.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/MTRP_Trail_Map_2021-3-10.pdf
Trail to Peak Blog – Kwaay Paay: trailtopeak.com/2017/04/05/hiking-kwaay-paay-peak/
Masks are required for all guests participating in a Living Coast Discovery Center education program regardless of vaccination status. No pets will be allowed on the hike.
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Trail to Bay Hike – Kwaay Paay in Mission Trails (sunrise hike)
March 13, 2022 @ 5:30 am - 9:00 am
Thanks for your interest in joining us for our Trail to Bay Challenge hike at Kwaay Paay Sunrise Hike in Mission Trails Regional Park on March 13, 2022. One of the five major peaks in Mission Trails, it is part of the 5-Peak Challenge. Challenges are a great way to get motivated and meet new people! Many of the native plants and wildlife found here are similar to what is found in our local hikes around Chula Vista. At the peak, there will be 360 views of San Diego County.
Date: March 13, 2022
Check in time: 5:30 am
Hike start time: 6:00 am
Capacity: 20 people
Hiking level: HARD
***This is an adults only hike due to safety precautions.***
Meeting Location: Gate on west side of lot. (near trash and recycling bins). Parking lot address: Bushy Hill Dr, Santee, CA 92071 (at transect of Bushy Hill Dr. and Father Junipero Serra Trail.
Driving Directions: From CA-125 N, exit Mission Gorge Rd on left. Continue down Mission Gorge Road for 1.7 miles, then take slight right onto Father Junipero Serra Trail. Lot will be on left.
Suggested Parking: Main dirt lot on Bushy Hill Dr. Some street parking available on Father Junipero Serra Trail.
Trailhead Location: .2 miles NorthWest of parking lot on left.
Restrooms and Water: No restrooms or water stations, please plan accordingly.
Hike Length: 2.5 miles (loop) with 900 ft elevation gain. Summit at 1.3 mile mark. Although it is a shorter hike, the inclines are steeper and the trails are 1.5 persons in width.
Recommended Gear: Water pack / bottle, hiking poles, headlamp / flashlight (if sunrise or sunset hike), hiking shoes with proper support.
Helpful Links:
Mission Trails Regional Park Trail Map: mtrp.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/MTRP_Trail_Map_2021-3-10.pdf
Trail to Peak Blog – Kwaay Paay: trailtopeak.com/2017/04/05/hiking-kwaay-paay-peak/
Masks are required for all guests participating in a Living Coast Discovery Center education program regardless of vaccination status. No pets will be allowed on the hike.
