Join us as we explore the Mother Miguel Mountain Trail! We will look for signs of wildlife and plants while discussing the Sweetwater Watershed and the importance of keeping our local areas clean.

Date: February 4, 2024
Check-in time: 8:00 AM
Duration: 2 hours

Meeting Location: We will meet just north of the Mt San Miguel Park parking lot located at 2335 Paseo Veracruz, Chula Vista, CA 91914. We will meet at the far end of the parking lot next to the dog park.

Driving directions: Take 125 south to the Paradise Valley Road exit. Turn right onto Elkelton Place, then right onto Paradise Valley Road. After approximately .5 mile, turn left onto S Worthington Street. Continue as S Worthington Street turns into Sweetwater Road. Turn left onto Bonita Road, then take the next left onto San Miguel Road. Follow San Miguel Road for approximately .9 miles, and then turn right onto Proctor Valley Road. Follow Proctor Valley Road for approximately .5 miles then turn left onto San Miguel Ranch Road. Continue as San Miguel Ranch Road turns into Mt Miguel Road, then turn left onto Paseo Veracruz. Enter the parking lot for Mt San Miguel Park and make the first right.

Suggested parking: The far end of the parking lot is located at 2335 Paseo Veracruz, Chula Vista, CA 91914, near the dog park.

Restrooms and Water: The nearest restrooms and water fountains are located at Mt San Miguel Park center of the baseball fields.

Hike lengths: This hike will lead up and around the mountain, offering spectacular views of the surrounding city and the Sweetwater Reservoir. We estimate the hike to be 4 to 5 miles in length round trip.

Program Supplies: Water pack/bottle, hiking poles (if desired), and hiking shoes with proper support.

Hiking level: Difficult

No pets will be allowed on the hike.