Boulder Lake Trailhead in San Diego, United States - reviews,open hours,photo spots, things to do

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Boulder Lake Trailhead

6949 Barker Way, San Diego, CA 92119

4.7(27)

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Marjorie GrossMarjorie Gross

Very challenging hike up the backside of Cowles Mountain! Bring water & plenty of perseverance! Not many know about the backside of Cowles, unlike the front which everyone knows about, so a lot less people.

Jana TzJana Tz

This is one entrance to the back trail of Cowles Mountain. Today was really busy but it was worth it to go. I love this climb!

Jeffrey RobertsJeffrey Roberts

Mountain top access road, good for hill running, views of Santee, El Cajon, Lake Murray.

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Reviews of Boulder Lake Trailhead

4.7

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5.0

Another way to head up to Cowles Summit. This is a bit more challenging than the popular way. It is quite steep. It will give your calves a workout. It is approximately only 0.1 mile shorter. Less crowed and...

5.0

Very challenging hike up the backside of Cowles Mountain! Bring water & plenty of perseverance! Not many know about the backside of Cowles, unlike the front which everyone knows about, so a lot...