La Mesa

Lake Murray Reservoir provides drinking water to parts of San Diego, and thus is a no swimming lake. This is one of the reasons it is such a great place to photograph! If you are shooting the sunset, use this app to check the time the sun sets, and get to the lake at least 30 minutes prior to set up your scene. I like to spend ten minutes or so searching for a great vantage point. The beauty of...

Lake Murray Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near La Mesa, California.

Mount Helix is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near La Mesa, California.

Cowles Mountain Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near La Mesa, California.

Most people who live in San Diego have heard of, if not hiked, Cowles Mountain. At 1591 ft., Cowles is the highest peak in the city of San Diego. It's a hugely popular destination for day hikers and trail runners looking to get in a little trail time and take in the 360 degree views the summit has to offer. What most people don't know, however, is that there is more to see and more trail ahead...

Cowles Mountain Service Road Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near La Mesa, California.

Cowles Mountain from Barker Way is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near San Diego, California.

Chollas Lake Park is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near San Diego, California.

Hemingway to Rancho Mission Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near San Diego, California.