Rancho Mission Canyon

This is a 3.74-mile loop through **Rancho Mission Canyon Open Space** and adjacent residential streets. It is moderately hilly, with 336 feet in elevation change, and some good views. There are a few steep spots where hiking poles may be helpful. The difficulty is somewhere between easy and moderate. Leashed dogs are allowed. We've done this hike before, most recently on October 7, 2025. For more information, including photographs, see [www.meetup.com/sandiegodayhikers/events/311368840](https://www.meetup.com/sandiegodayhikers/events/311368840/) A GPX track of this hike has been posted at [ww…