San Clemente Canyon, located in San Diego, CA, is a picturesque hiking destination that offers a beautiful riparian habitat and lush vegetation. Thanks to the efforts of community leader and environmentalist Marian Bear, the canyon was preserved and is now known as Marian R. Bear Memorial Park. Hikers can enjoy a variety of trails that run through the canyon, with options to connect to other nearby canyons for a multi-canyon adventure.
The trail at San Clemente Canyon starts at the Regents Road staging area and can be hiked in either direction. Hikers can expect to encounter wildlife, such as rabbits, and enjoy the soothing sounds of birds singing. The trail passes through dense riparian vegetation, including oak and sycamore trees, with occasional creek crossings. While the canyon offers a stunning natural environment, hikers should be aware of the presence of poison oak throughout the area.
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