Slot Canyon Trail San Diego

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  1. Annie's Canyon Trail is one of our favorite hikes here in San Diego. It is located near Solana beach and it is also very easy to find. The trail is rated as.
  2. Jun 9, 2020 - Annie's Canyon trail is a San Diego County coastal favorite. Not only is it one of San Diego's best kept secrets, but it's also a super cool slot canyon!
  3. One of our favorite short trail in San Diego County is Annie’s Canyon Trail. Annie’s Canyon Trail is very unique as it takes you through a narrow slot canyon route to a scenic overlook point. In addition, once you reach the overlook point, you are welcomed by the panoramic views of the Pacific ocean.
  4. The beautiful slot canyon of “Annie’s Canyon Trail” in San Elijo Lagoon, Solana Beach (North San Diego), California. Whoever thought that a gorgeous, easy to hike slot canyon existed just a fraction of a mile away from California’s Interstate 5 freeway, less than a mile from the beach?

Distance: about one mile (no need to rush). Duration: 1-3 hours, depending on your speed. Short hike, easy access and amazing views. No permit required.

Slot Canyon Trail San Diego Map

The Slot is an amazing short hike located in the Anza Borrego Desert. Drive east on Hwy 78, and about a mile and a half after Borrego Springs Road, turn left onto Buttes Pass Road. Buttes Pass road is a dirt road and not marked well so look carefully. The road is pretty smooth, about a mile in you will take a left at the fork. From there, you will drive about another mile to a parking lot. Two wheel drive vehicles should be fine unless there was a recent rainstorm.

From the parking lot, you will take the trail into the canyon that is directly in front of you. This will be the hardest and steepest part of the hike. There are no trail markers for the Slot. Do not take the trail to the right of the parking lot or you will miss the Slot. Once you are at the bottom, go left and head to where the canyon starts to narrow. As you enter, the walls start to close in and you are taking your bag off to get through some tight passages. Every turn is exciting, it is constantly changing and you are not sure what is going to be around the next bend. The Slot is made of siltstone and is very brittle so watch your footing if you decide to climb around. At the end of the Slot you hit a dirt road, from there you can either turn around and go back through or follow the road and find some other trails. Further down the road there are some awesome wind caves and arches that are worth checking out.

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Reviews

Sophia Steen

Slot Canyon Trail San Diego Hotels

over 2 years ago

Great short hike

Beautiful sandstone slot canyon. It gets tight in areas. Went of the main trail a bit and did some climbing up! So much fun

Trail

5.0

Scott Sichler

Slot Canyon Trail San Diego Ca

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almost 3 years ago

Slots O fun

Hiking

This is a really fun hike. The slot is a little tight in spots but doable by most people. We like to hike out into cliffs beyond the slots for great views of the area.

5.0

Allett Wallets

about 4 years ago

Worth The Stop

This was an entertaining hike. It makes you feel like a kid again. It's a unique experience and a worth while diversion.

4.0

Christine Thompson

Slot Canyon Trail San Diego Hiking

almost 5 years ago

Hands Down One Of The Best Adventure

It is simply amazing! Your weaving in and out of the canyon you find yourself going through tunnels . A must see

5.0

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