Kwaay Paay Peak Trail — Attraction in San Diego

This was my second time hiking Kwaay Paay. Loved it of course. We arrived around 6:30am and left around 8:30-9am . When we arrived it was perfect, sun was barely peaking out. I recommend arriving as early as possible to beat the heat. Definitely don't want to get caught hiking this trail in the sun. Take plenty of water, wear a cap that protects your face and ears from the sun. I recommend hiking boots. Wearing regular walking shoes will put you at risk of twisting an ankle. There are lots of rocks on this trail and it is uneven. I will say that towards the last stretch, you will be hiking up a steep set of stairs. Push yourself...

Love this trail! This is a very short and difficult hike but it has beautiful, amazing views! It's a very challenging trail and I believe van do this! Dont think because is just 1 mile is a piece of cake but don think to give up either 😉My first time I said 1 mile? Cool! But after half mile I was thinking to go back🙈but patiently I did it and damn the view was spectacular! Very steep and some stairs close to the top since that day not idea how many times I already hike this amazing trail❤Just in case Kwaay Paay trail is located by the dam in...

Did a gorgeous evening hike on this trail! The second way back down (without stairs) was steep and a bit slippery if you don’t trek deliberately on the rocks. Also, we parked in the lot, not through the large gates, because they get locked early around 5pm maybe the earliest. Don’t get trapped inside! There is rover making sure you’re out or they lock your car in so I’m told. As someone who’s a beginner hiker but also exercisers regularly, I found the hike a comfortable challenge. It’s short too, round trip maybe 35-45 min depending...