Join Senior Program Manager Natalie Borchardt and County Park Ranger Doug Andrews on a hike as we explore the oak woodlands and native grasslands near the source of the San Diego River at the Santa Ysabel East Open Space Preserve.
On this 8 mile out-and-back hike we will travel through oak woodlands, native grasslands and fields of wildflowers. We will look for and identify native wild flowers. Moderate difficulty.
Please bring water, sun protection, and a lunch for a break at noon.
River Days is our annual 9-day celebration of the San Diego River! SDRPF and an estimated 20 partners host fun nature outings, volunteer opportunities, art activities, bike rides, hikes, and much more along all 52 miles of the river.
The celebration kicks off with the 5K Walk for Wildlife and Fun Run on May 9th. JOIN US! To see the full River Days schedule, click here.
Additional Notes
- Family Friendly (all ages welcome), as long as all hikers are prepared for the distance.
- Contact us with specific questions.
- Closed-toe shoes required
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses) recommended
- Bring your own reusable water bottle
- Bring your own snacks and lunch for a scenic picnic
- Participating in this event will include walking on uneven terrain and/or some stooping and bending
This event is part of our annual River Days. To learn more, go to www.sdriverdays.org.
