Bilingual Birding Hike
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Join our Bilingual Bird Hike with Free Flight Bird Sanctuary on Mother Miguel Mountain Trail! Let's spot wildlife, discuss the Sweetwater Watershed, and learn why it's essential to keep our natural spaces clean.
Meeting Location: We will meet just north of the Mt San Miguel Park parking lot, located at 2335 Paseo Veracruz, Chula Vista, CA 91914. We will meet at the far end of the parking lot next to the dog park.
Driving directions: Take 125 south to the Paradise Valley Road exit. Turn right onto Elkelton Place, then right onto Paradise Valley Road. After approximately .5 mile, turn left onto S Worthington Street. Continue as S Worthington Street turns into Sweetwater Road. Turn left onto Bonita Road, then take the next left onto San Miguel Road. Follow San Miguel Road for approximately .9 miles, then turn right onto Proctor Valley Road. Follow Proctor Valley Road for approximately .5 miles, then turn left onto San Miguel Ranch Road. Continue as San Miguel Ranch Road turns into Mt Miguel Road, then turn left onto Paseo Veracruz. Enter the parking lot for Mt San Miguel Park and make the first right.
Restrooms and Water: The nearest restrooms and water fountains are located at Mt San Miguel Park, at the center of the baseball fields. Please see the map below for the location.
Hike length: This hike will lead up and around the mountain, offering spectacular views of the surrounding city and the Sweetwater Reservoir. We estimate the hike to be 4 to 5 miles round-trip and will last approximately 2 to 2 ½ hours.
Hiking Level: This trail is rated difficult due to steep inclines and rocky terrain.
Necessary Supplies: Water, bug/sun protection, layers, and strong hiking footwear are highly suggested.