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.
Hiking in the Fallbrook Area
The
Fallbrook Land Conservancy has worked steadily for years to bring a network of
equestrian and walking trails to fruition.
Los Jilgueros Preserve
A popular walking and bird-watching destination just south of town. The 46-acre preserve features a 1.5-mile loop trail, ponds and wetlands, a Firescape Demonstration garden, and a native plant restoration area.
Monserate Mountain Preserve
On the 350-acre Monserate Mountain Preserve east of I-15, across from Pala Mesa
Resort, a steep trail winds to the 1570-foot summit where hikers are rewarded
with vistas of the Peninsular ranges to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the
west.
Heller's Bend
A few miles south of Los Jilgueros Preserve along the Ostrich Farms Creek
corridor, the Hellers Bend Preserve protects 47 acres of beautiful habitat. A
paved walkway climbs to the top of a hill where it affords views of Fallbrook
and beyond.
Dinwiddie Preserve
The Dinwiddie Preserve consists of 13 acres of open field, trees, and a
meandering year-round stream, known historically as Cienega Creek. A half-mile
loop for walkers and joggers has been installed.
Santa Margarita River County Park
Two mile hike. More info on Tom Chester's Hiking Site
Santa Margarita River Trail
Five and half mile hike along a real river. Horse enthusiasts can be observed
regularly enjoying the Santa Margarita River trail, while walkers and joggers
might be seen with their smaller animals in the preserves meandering through
nature's bounty. More info on Tom Chester's Hiking Site
about fallbrook
The
Fallbrook Land Conservancy has worked steadily for years to bring a network of
equestrian and walking trails to fruition. 