Mother Miguel (Rockhouse) Trail

Dogs Leashed

E-Bikes Unknown

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Restrooms and parking are available at the foot of the trail in the local public park.

Thanks to the San Diego Mountain Bikers Association, the Bonita Bikers Club and the San Diego Wildlife Refuge, this trail has been recently repaired and re-routed to reduce erosion problems that were evident by the original trail course. Don't follow old trail apps—use the new, local signage and follow the well-traveled course.

The trail starts just outside a ball park and goes right up to the top of Mother Miguel Mountain. It is a hard packed, dry trail with a fairly moderate and steady incline all the way to the top. The route has some tricky switchbacks and some pretty technical sections that will make all but the strongest riders get off and push. Great views of the Sweetwater region from the top and ample access make this a very popular route for day hikers and families.

Make sure to bring water.