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Pyles Peak via Service Road route map
DifficultOut and Back
California

Pyles Peak via Service Road

San Diego, California

5.9 mi

Distance

2,021 ft

Elev. Gain

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Pyles Peak via Service Road is a 5.9-mile out-and-back trail located near San Diego, California. The trail features a significant elevation gain of 2,021 feet, making it a challenging hike suitable for experienced hikers. The dirt path ascends through typical Southern California chaparral, offering scenic views of the surrounding hills and canyons. Due to the elevation, hikers can enjoy expansive vistas, particularly from the peak, which provides a rewarding panoramic view. The trail is not wheelchair accessible and is best suited for those looking for a strenuous workout in a natural setting.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:222 ft
Max:472 ft
616 ft
616 ft
222 ft305 ft389 ft472 ft0.0 mi1.5 mi2.9 mi4.4 mi5.9 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Out & Back
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

FallWinterSpring

Highlights

scenic viewschaparral environment

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting unit

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page

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