Bernardo Mountain Trailhead — Attraction in Escondido

This was good just hot a great trail! I'm sure it's more enjoyable in cooler times. Great scenery, wild life is pretty much everywhere. A lot of great spots at the bottom for shade not so much the rest of the trail. Your pretty much in the sun once you actually reach the trailhead for Bernardo mountain. A lot of foot traffic and Mt bikers, great place for Mt biking to, haven't taken my bike here yet but I will soon. Other trails to take to painted rocks, Sikes farm, mule hill and a few others. There are private trails becareful where you trek off to they are marked. Parking is free there is a Porta potty there. If the lot is full you can park on the street on the opposite side of the lot. Great trail for cardio,running, hiking Mt biking or just kicking around. Bring plenty of water sun screen and snacks maybe if your going to be out for a while. Get out there and gain...

Overall it’s a fun and not too difficult place to hike or mountain bike. The first bit of the trail is paved and near the freeway, but after a while it changes to a dirt path and the sound of cars goes away. There are several different trails to go on, depending on how far you’d like to go. There are tables and benches along some parts of the trail, making it easy to take a break or have a picnic. The trail was also kept...

Route that allows access to the public for the Bernardo Mountain Peak Trail. This trail follows a public easement, so hikers and mountain bikes are welcome. Follow and obey signs to reach the main trail that goes up to the top of Bernardo Mountain. Beautiful hike that's short but enough elevation to get a good workout. Nice views of...