Saw the Climbers loop from Fortuna cliffs,, decided to go back to check it out…read more I will say that Climber loop north-south is a one mile up and steep, narrow trail, that offers an intense workout. Loved the gorgeous rocky climbing boulders that this trails has. I am not a proffessional climber so I sticked to hiking and enjoyed a morning to myself sitting on a flat rock with views to Mission Trails visitor center and Fortuna. The trail can get rocky and a bit unstable. I recommend good hiking shoes to be able to get a good grip step by step.

We just recently did a co-sponsored event with Aztec Adventures and everyone participating had a…read moreblast! They were very organized, arrived on time, and brought all of the necessary materials. Their staff was very professional and fun to work with. Our event ran very smoothly and we wouldn't have been able to do it without them!

From the owner: Team Building and High Ropes. We have a variety of programs catered to improving the cohesion of…read moreyour team. We deal with a wide variety of groups from High School to Corporate Teams anywhere from groups as small as 10 to groups as large as 200. We can either do programs here at SDSU, the Joan Kroc Center right next to campus, or up at the beautiful Camp Stevens in Julian. Aztec Adventures also does Outings, such as: hiking, canoeing, and rock-climbing excursions. Our webpage has a link to all of the different outings that we provide.

I live across from the park and I will state that the trails are amazing. There are trails for…read moreeveryone with different types of difficulty. Go early in the morning or after 5ish as it gets very hot in the summer. Happy hiking!

I was excited to discover this park recently, and had a fun time checking out the Visitor's Center…read more(mostly the outside as it closes at 5 pm and we arrived a few minutes before on our first visit) .We took a short hike nearby (the Visitor's Loop, about 1.5 miles). This park encompasses a mind-boggling 6,000+ acres, with 43+ miles of trails...the rugged, hilly landscape is pretty amazing. We're looking forward to hiking some of the other trails, one near a historic dam (Old Mission Dam) and a lake or two (or more). There is a campground somewhere. I'd bring water and sunscreen and a hat, as there isn't a lot of shade. There are several places I think you can park but it's confusing...I'd start with the Visitor's Center parking lot. There was construction going on when we last visited. Most of the parking lots closest to the Center and nearest the trailheads close at 7 during the summer (earlier during the winter months, check out the website for accurate hours). I'm only giving the park four stars for its limited and confusing parking after hours and lack of helpful information provided when I was at the visitor's center on a subsequent visit. There is no parking or entrance fee, though, so that is a plus....

Overview: a great mountain for beginners to experts, for hiking or trail biking…read more ---- This past weekend we did the 6.3 mile loop (6.7 miles from where we parked our cars). This was pretty challenging when going at a moderate to fast pace, especially when climbing uphill! As someone who goes to the gym often, I feel like to complete the this trail, a person needs to be in decent shape. We hiked the trail in the clockwise direction and descended down the stairway to heaven which can be tough on the knees. There's no shade, lots of loose rocks, and even rattlesnakes so keep your eyes out on the trail. We went as a group of 5 and started around 7:10-15am, and finished the loop around 9:40am taking us around 2.5 hours to complete it. By 8am the sun was pretty harsh already so I'd recommend starting it even earlier, bring sunscreen, a hat, and water. The North Fortuna peak has an elevation of 1291 ft and has a beautiful surrounding view. We saw a few people walking with their dogs on the shorter loops but I wouldn't recommend doing the loop with a dog as it's very steep and will be tough and exhausting for them to finish it. We also saw a few bikers too which was cool! ---- Overall: a very nice area and hike to do solo or with friends! Challenging but there are easier trails and very customizable hikes

The South Fortuna Mountain and Fortuna Saddle Loop is a solid, rewarding hike with a great mix of…read moreclimbs, views, and a little challenge. I did this loop on a hot day, so definitely plan for early morning or cooler weather--the heat can be intense with very little shade throughout the trail. I started the loop by going left at the trailhead, which means you descend the infamous stairs instead of climbing them. That definitely made it easier on the lungs, but the steep, rocky descent was a bit rough on the knees. Trekking poles would be helpful here if you have sensitive joints. The trail is well-marked, with steady elevation gains, wide open views, and a mix of single-track and wider fire roads. While it's not a heavily trafficked trail--I didn't see too many people--you still feel safe and connected enough in case you need help. There is parking at the trailhead, and it wasn't crowded when I arrived. The loop makes for a great workout and offers beautiful panoramic views from the top, making the effort well worth it.

AZTEC RECREATION CENTER @ SDSU…read more This gym is available for all San Diego State University students and those who are interested in purchasing the membership. I definitely have enjoyed coming to this gym for the past 3 years as a student. I really like how big the gym is, it has two floors, and they also have areas where you can lift and also join to do classes. The one thing I dislike and lost a star was that it can get VERY overpacked, and that they don't have enough machines for this. There is way too much people waiting on the one machine they have, valley enough treadmills for the amount of students that attend this school. They always run out of paper towels especially when it gets done to the evening crowd. I'd definitely recommend attending an evening time for the gym

I had been an ARC member all throughout undergrad and grad school (circa 2015), and restarted my…read moremembership this year (2023) as an alumni. The facility upgrades are fantastic, but it's sad that the facilities are no long open 24 hours! I assume it's to allow staff to deep clean the place? There are two main gripes I have about the ARC: 1. The students need to learn how to rerack their dang weights. 2. On weekend nights sometimes the walkways are cluttered with hot dog stands -- including in the bike path near the arena and the ramp to the gym. I don't remember that being an issue pre-COVID. I bike to the ARC to avoid parking, but having to navigate my bike around hot dog carts in a thoroughfare is annoying.

Hubby and I hiking spot Cowels mountain beautiful place to…read morevisit Bring your hiking boots and night light for evening trails after sunset

A local and tourist fav!…read more Cowles Mountain is a San Diego classic and the highest point in the city (~1,593 ft.), which means this short hike hits HARD! The main trail is about 3 miles round-trip with a steady, rocky incline. Be prepared to have your heart pumping fast with some heavy breathing. Who needs a warm up? Just come here! There are other trails in the surrounding areas and the popular 5-Peak Challenge. It's on my bucket list for sure! Cowles is one of the most popular hikes in San Diego, so the timing matters. Early weekday mornings are ideal unless you enjoy crowds. Parking is usually easy with street spots and a small lot if you're lucky. There's a restroom, but not fully stocked or well-maintained. So use if absolutely necessary. Bring enough water (especially on a hot day), wear good shoes with grip since it can get rocky along the trail. Don't forget to stop a few times to admire the view on the way up! The payoff is worth it. You get a 360 degree view of San Diego from the oceans to the mountains. Short, steep, sweaty, and effective! 4 stars on a good day and still one of my favorite quick workouts to get the adrenaline pumping!