December 2019 – theCanyoneers

Carlsbad Beach, Bluffs, & Seawall

City of Carlsbad

Explore the worlds of the ocean intertidal zones

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Rating: Easy
Distance: 4.25 miles
Elev Min/Max: 5/60 ft
Elev Gain/Loss: +182/-199 ft

This beach hike extends from North Carlsbad Beach and Carlsbad State Beach to North Ponto Beach. Along the way, notice our natural beach ecology, especially the intertidal zone, its plants and wildlife, along with the impacts of human activities.

5-Peak Challenge

Mission Trails Regional Park

Challenge yourself to a fitness adventure and do it at your own pace.

For all segments combined
Rating: Difficult
Distance: 15.3 miles
Elev Min/Max: 303/1579 ft
Elev Gain/Loss: +4645/-4645 ft

Hiking to the top of one or more of the major five peaks in Mission Trails Regional Park has always been an adventurous challenge for park visitors.