Cowles Mountain via Barker Trail

Our Summer Sunset series concludes with a hike to Cowles Mountain, the highest point in the City of San Diego at 1,591 feet. It'll be a fun time of hiking, fellowship and worship while enjoying the beauty of God's creation!

We will meet at the Barker Way Trailhead and head up the backside of Cowles Mountain, At the summit, we'll have worship and a time of fellowship, before returning down the Barker Service Road. If there is interest, we can go out to eat after the hike.

This journey will be 3-miles, and is considered a difficult hike.

DO NOT GO TO THE GOLFCREST DR. TRAILHEAD! YOU WILL MISS THE HIKE.

Please self-evaluate your hiking and fitness levels before attempting this journey. You are welcome to hike at your pace. However, if you fall behind, it will be your responsibility to finish the hike.

You must sign the Rock Church waiver form to participate on this hike. Forms will be available at the event.

For we walk by faith, not by sight - 2 Corinthians 5:7

Click here for more info on the hike.

WHAT TO EXPECT

•  Difficulty: Difficult 
•  Highlight: Beautiful 360-degree views of downtown and San Diego County
•  Distance: 3 miles (round trip)
•  Elevation Gain: 853 feet
•  Hiking Time: approximately 2.5 hours
•  Dogs: Permitted (on leash) 
•  Weather: Hike may be cancelled for extreme weather
•  Restrooms: Porta potty at Barker Trailhead

 What to bring

• Good running or hiking shoes
• Comfortable clothing, bring layers as the temperature will change
• Headlamp or flashlight
• Hat or visor
• Sunscreen
• Hiking Poles (optional)
• Water (at least 1.5 liters recommended)
• Snacks and electrolytes

 Info

hike@sdrock.com