A short 18-mile drive from the Pacific Ocean, the greater Fallbrook area is well known for its gently rolling hills, lush groves, ancient oak trees, equestrian and walking trails, riparian areas, nature preserves, and Mediterranean climate.
Santa Margarita River Trail
Five-and-half-mile hike along the Santa Margarita river.
Pico.
From Mission Road, go North on Pico which turns into De Luz Road. Continue two
miles, and then make a right at fork onto Sandia Creek Drive. Continue another two miles
until you come to a parking area along the river, right before the bridge. The trailhead is
east of the parking area.