About
Length (round trip)1 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyEasy
Typical time53 min
TrailheadOceanside Trail (East Trailhead)
ParkingThe trailhead starts at the top of the Whale Watch & Kelp Forest Overlook trail, south of the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. The trail leads down the bluffs and connects to the Coastal Trail and parking lot adjacent to the tide pools area.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityUnfortunately, due to the steep gradient of the hill, the trail will not be wheelchair accessible. For wheelchair accessible options, check out the Mobility Services page. The new trail is considered strenuous and will have stair steps, steep areas, uneven surfaces, and switchbacks. It will be narrow with a steep angled slope greater than 15% running slope in some spots. Cell service is not available on the t...
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🦌 Wildlife🏛️ Historic site

Length: 1 mi (.6 km) round-trip Time: 1 hour Difficulty: Easy Elevation Change: 340 feet Location: Southwest of the Old Point Loma Lighthouse grounds. Parking: Main Parking Lot by Visitor Center. Closest Restroom : Old Point Loma Lighthouse Grounds, Tidepools by Lot 1. The Oceanside Trail significantly increases recreational opportunities by providing an entirely new trail that increases the park's trail network by over 20% while also offering a car-free mode of access to the tidepool area. Visitors can now hike with an ocean view and walk to the tidepool area without needing to walk the narrow road shoulder. The trailhead starts at the top of the Whale Watch & Kelp Forest Overlook trail, south of the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. The trail leads down the bluffs and connects to the Coastal Trail and parking lot adjacent to the tide pools area. In addition to overlooking the ocean, this trail will pass by historic coastal defense structures, and give visitors the opportunity to hike in extremely rare undeveloped coastal scrub environments that are home to diverse plant and animal life.

Tips
The Oceanside Trail is open everyday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Location

Oceanside Trail (East Trailhead)

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