The Guide to Southern California Outdoor Adventure
News, events and guides to rugged outdoor adventure in Southern California.
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Desert View Trail: A Short High-Altitude Hike Above the Coachella Valley
Desert View Trail is a short, scenic hike that begins at the top of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway in Southern California’s San Jacinto Mountains.
Borrego Mountain Wash Off-Road Trail
Borrego Mountain Wash is a moderate 4.3-mile off-road trail located in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, California’s largest state park. This desert wash route winds through…
Canyon Sin Nombre: Off-Road Trail Guide
Canyon Sin Nombre is an easy-to-moderate 8.5-mile off-road route located on the western edge of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Exploring the Mushroom House: La Jolla’s Futuristic Oddity on Black’s Beach
If you’re making the trek down to Black’s Beach, it’s worth adding a short detour to one of San Diego’s strangest and most iconic coastal…
Moonlight Canyon Trail
Moonlight Canyon Trail offers an easy-to-moderate desert hike in Anza-Borrego with a section that travels through a short, sheltered slot canyon.
San Diego BMX Track
San Diego BMX, located in the city’s eastern Mission Trails area, is a dedicated BMX racing track that has been serving riders of all ages and skill levels for decades.
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San Diego Mountain Biking Guide
This guide covers the best places to mountain bike in San Diego, from coastal reserves to back country recreation area.
Anza-Borrego Off-Road Trails Guide
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, located on the eastern side of San Diego County, is the crown jewel in San Diego’s off-road offerings.
Mount Laguna Camping Guide
Guide to campgrounds and dispersed camping near Mount Laguna in San Diego’s eastern mountains.
11 Best Sunset Hikes in Los Angeles
Whether you want to enjoy the illuminated cityscape or watch the sun sink below the horizon of the Pacific Ocean, here are 11 of the best sunset hikes in Los Angeles.
Santa Barbara Glamping Guide
Guide to the best glamping in Santa Barbara, from cozy cabins to yurts, RVs and safari tents.
San Diego Snow Guide: Where to find snow in San Diego County
San Diego’s mountains receive snowfall each year and are a terrific place to explore in the winter.