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Encinitas is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts, offering a variety of scenic trails that showcase the area’s natural beauty. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a casual nature enthusiast, our hikes and trails offer an opportunity to connect with nature and explore the area’s stunning landscapes. Visitors can explore trails that wind through lagoons, marshes, estuaries, and coastal sage scrub, offering opportunities to observe birds such as herons, egrets, shorebirds, and migratory species.
Length 2.3 Miles
Easy little walk with some slight inclines, decent views, and cacti flowers along the trail. There are many small trails off of this route.
Length 1.3 Miles
Explore this 1.3-mile loop trail near Encinitas, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 30 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Length 2.1 Miles
Experience this 2.1-mile loop trail near Encinitas, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 45 min to complete. This is a popular trail for running and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are January through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
Length 4.7 Miles
Between Encinitas and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, the shared-use trail runs from Santa Fe Drive in Encinitas south to Chesterfield Drive in Cardiff. Here, the trail travels uninterrupted on a natural bank lined with shrubbery that lies between San Elijo Ave and the rail corridor.
The Encinitas Visitors Center
(Located inside the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce)
Open: Monday to Saturday 10am - 4pm
535 Encinitas Blvd., Suite 116
Encinitas, CA 92024
The Encinitas Visitors Center is a go-to resource for visitors and locals alike to discover all that this unique seaside town has to offer. From the hot surf spots and hiking trails to the art scene and boutiques, Encinitas has so much to discover. The knowledgeable staff is available to answer questions, provide area maps and directions, and to let people know about current happenings and the best things to see and do in the city. Make sure to check out our current calendar of local events celebrating current and upcoming happenings.
The Encinitas Visitors Center
(Located inside the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce)
Open: Monday to Saturday 10am - 4pm
535 Encinitas Blvd., Suite 116
Encinitas, CA 92024
The Encinitas Visitors Center is a go-to resource for visitors and locals alike to discover all that this unique seaside town has to offer. From the hot surf spots and hiking trails to the art scene and boutiques, Encinitas has so much to discover. The knowledgeable staff is available to answer questions, provide area maps and directions, and to let people know about current happenings and the best things to see and do in the city. Make sure to check out our current calendar of local events celebrating current and upcoming happenings.
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