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Hiking In Cowles Mountain

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Have you ever thought of hiking to the top of Cowles Mountain? Well, before you get ready to hike, you should know a few things about Cowles Mountain. The mountain is the highest peak in San Diego, which is over 1,592 feet high. Cowles Mountain's hiking trail is one of the most famous hiking trails in San Diego, that provides a 360 degree view from the top. Countless number of hikers from around the country come to hike to the top of Cowles Mountain.

Cowles is pronounced as coals, however, many people also pronounce it as it spells. It was named after George A. Cowles, an early ranching pioneer in San Diego County. Cowles Mountain, as well as its hiking trail are a part of the Missions Trails Regional Park. The park is spread over 5,800 acres of natural and urbanized area, which is located at a central position in the city of San Diego. It is one of the popular recreational places in San Diego. The recreational activities available in the park include natural adventure. Cowles Mountain proves to be a must-visit for visitors who visit Mission Trails Regional Park.

The hiking trails of Cowles Mountain are full of adventurers throughout the year. The Main Trail at Golfcrest drive, happens to be most busy or is being used by most people. It features steady elevation over one and a half miles. A few other trails include Barker Way trailhead, the Big Rock Park trailhead and Mesa Road trailhead.. Barker Way trail, as opposed to the Main Golfcrest Trail, is rarely used by people. The trail has more than 25 hairpin turns or switchbacks. Big Rock Park trail is the least used among all the trails. It provides the biggest challenge to trail hikers and mountain climbers. Mesa Road trail is the one of the best features of the Missions Trails Regional Park. While hiking through Mesa Road trail, you will find heavy vegetation.

In the year 1931, students from SDSU painted a white S on the side of Cowles Mountain, which is why, it is also known as S Mountain. The SDSU students used to repaint it util 1980, since the paint used to fade off. Ever since Missions Trails Regional Park has become a protected area, the S has completely faded away and eventually disappeared. Now, no one has permission to paint on the Mountain.

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