SD Fun Social Singles 45+

Rancho Mission Canyons
Nestled among residential hills, this park harbors a stream side community of native vegetation and wildlife, as well as an interesting array of exotic species. The trail has a gradual ascent with a steeper descent.

Rating: This is an Moderate 7 miles hike .
Elevation gain/loss: Up to 1,200 feet cumulative gain.
Bring: PLENTY OF WATER, snacks, hat, sunscreen, gloves, camera...

Please note the following: KNOW YOUR LIMITS.
Our organizers are not tour guides, we're not rangers. Going out with us is the same as going out with a few friends. Expect the same risks, take the same precautions.
As organizers, we will do our best to give accurate descriptions of the hikes we post.

NOTE:
If you're a beginning hiker, a hike's elevation and distance may not mean much to you. Likewise, difficulty ratings are subjective, and a hike that is "easy" to one person may be "moderate" to another.
Err on the side of caution.
You're much better off going on a hike that's too easy for you than a hike that's too hard or too dangerous for you. As you go on more hikes with us, you'll become more familiar with our ratings and our descriptions, and you'll learn more about your own limits.
Ultimately, it's up to you to keep yourself safe out there.
You're an adult. Hike within your abilities.

QUARRY LOOP

PLENTY OF WATER, snacks, sunscreen, hat, cell phone, ICE (in case of emergency phone #), medication, fun hiking personalities.
Change of shoes/socks (leave in your car).

1. Distance: 5.3+ miles
   2. Elevation Gain: 974ft.
   3. Time: 4 hours+
2. Difficulty: Moderate with Steep Hills.
   5. Parking: Parking lot - End of Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
   6. Trail Condition: The trail is somewhat steep, well maintained, well marked, and easy to follow
   7. Cell Phone Reception: Very good

Please note the following:
KNOW YOUR LIMITS.
Our organizers are not tour guides, we're not rangers. Going out with us is the same as going out with a few friends. Expect the same risks, take the same precautions.
As organizers, we will do our best to give accurate descriptions of the hikes we post.
If you're a beginning hiker, a hike's elevation and distance may not mean much to you. Likewise, difficulty ratings are subjective, and a hike that is "easy" to one person may be "moderate" to another.
Err on the side of caution.
You're much better off going on a hike that's too easy for you than a hike that's too hard or too dangerous for you. As you go on more hikes with us, you'll become more familiar with our ratings and our descriptions, and you'll learn more about your own limits.
Ultimately, it's up to you to keep yourself safe out there.
You're an adult. Hike within your abilities.

2 Peaks + Mission Trails North/South Fortunas via the Saddle.

Friday January 16, 2026

Hike starts at 8:30AM
•Distance: 10+ miles Plus based on the return route
•Elevation Gain: 2150 ft
•Minimum Elevation: 305 ft
•Maximum Elevation: 1291 ft
•Time: 5+ hours
•Difficulty: Difficult/Hard at times
•Permit Required: No

•Parking: The Old Mission Dam Parking Lot
•Season: Year Round
•Trail Condition: The is very steep in places, but well maintained.
•Cell Phone Reception: Very good

What to Bring: PLENTY OF WATER, hat, sunscreen, snacks & your fun Hiking personalities. Bring hiking poles.

Please note the following: KNOW YOUR LIMITS.
Our organizers are not tour guides, we're not rangers. Going out with us is the same as going out with a few friends. Expect the same risks, take the same precautions.

As organizers, we will do our best to give accurate descriptions of the hikes we post.

If you're a beginning hiker, a hike's elevation and distance may not mean much to you. Likewise, difficulty ratings are subjective, and a hike that is "easy" to one person may be "moderate" to another.
Err on the side of caution.
You're much better off going on a hike that's too easy for you than a hike that's too hard or too dangerous for you. As you go on more hikes with us, you'll become more familiar with our ratings and our descriptions, and you'll learn more about your own limits.
Ultimately, it's up to you to keep yourself safe out there.
You're an adult. Hike within your abilities.