Great Outdoors San Diego Day Hike
Mission Trails - Kwaay Paay Peak
Kwaay Paay Peak Trail is a 2.3 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Santee, California that features a great forest setting and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash
Start Time and Location: Step off is 0930am @ https://goo.gl/maps/RRdXoXbYqAY3Nsif8, This is the trailhead prior to the parking lot for the old dam, NOT the one directly across the street from it
Hike Length: Approx. 2.3 miles
Hike Elevation Change: 875ft
Hike Difficulty Rating: Moderate for elevation
Estimated Hike Time: 2.5-3.5 hours
Hike Type (out-and-back, loop, shuttle): out-and-back
Hiking Trail Details (AllTrails or Similar link): https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/kwaay-paay-peak-trail
Hike Specific Challenges (scrambling, narrow passages, allergens): elevation gain and length
Hike Specific Equipment: Standard hiking gear
Parking Information: No parking pass required to park at the trailhead. Directions: Take the Mission Gorge Rd exit from 125-N and head west. In 1.7 miles take the right fork to Father Junipero Serra Trail. About .5 miles down the road is the trailhead we will be taking. If you reach the old dam parking lot you have gone too far
Costs involved: None
Pets Permitted: Yes, on leash
What to Bring in Addition to the 10 Essentials*: Water, shade from the sun, and a snack
Who to Contact with Questions: Trip Leader KJ Archer @ k.j.archer1@gmail.com or 619-214-6353
*Note on the 10 essentials - The 10 essentials are a collection or system of items that significantly increase your safety on any hike or outdoors trip. This is not an exhaustive list of anything you could ever need. You can visit the link included Here but one version of this list is as follows:
1. Navigation
2. Headlamp
3. Sun Protection
4. First Aid
5. Knife
6. Fire
7. Shelter
8. Extra food
9. Extra water
10. Extra clothes
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