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Potato Chip Rock and Mount Woodson Summit from Lake Poway

This hike on Woodson Mountain is a rewarding challenge, offering expansive views of Southern California along the way. As you make your way up the steep trail, you’ll experience a mix of rugged terrain and stunning panoramas that lead to the iconic Potato Chip Rock and the breathtaking Mount Woodson Summit. #Hiking #Mountain #Lake #Nature

  • Distance: 7.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 613 m
  • Maximum elevation: 867 m
  • Elevation loss: 611 m
  • Minimum elevation: 304 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 47 m
  • Moving speed: 2.6 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.0 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 17 m
  • Global speed: 2.2 mph

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  • Distance: 7.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 613 m
  • Maximum elevation: 867 m
  • Elevation loss: 611 m
  • Minimum elevation: 304 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 47 m
  • Moving speed: 2.6 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.0 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 17 m
  • Global speed: 2.2 mph

About this trail

Name: Potato Chip Rock and Mount Woodson Summit from Lake Poway trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Lake Poway Trail, Bridlewood Lakeside, Poway, San Diego County, California, 92064, United States (33.00427 -117.01344)

End: Sumac Trail, Bridlewood Lakeside, Poway, San Diego County, California, 92064, United States (33.00458 -117.01236)

Coordinates: 33.00200 -117.01344 33.00931 -116.97093

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Woodson Mountain and Potato Chip Rock via Mount Woodson Road

United States > California > San Diego County

The hike to Potato Chip Rock via Mount Woodson Road offers expansive views of San Diego County and glimpses of the Pacific Ocean on clear days. Along the trail, hikers encounter unique geological formations, notably the famous Potato Chip Rock—a thin, jutting rock resembling a potato chip—which has become…

Distance: 4.2 mi • Elevation gain: 400 m • Maximum elevation: 867 m

Woodson Mountain and Potato Chip Rock Trail

United States > California > San Diego County

Hike to Potato Chip Rock via Mount Woodson Road #Hiking #Mountain #Rock

Distance: 4.1 mi • Elevation gain: 394 m • Maximum elevation: 867 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🛌Sleeping Mats - Insulated mats for comfortable outdoor sleeping
🧥Waterproof Hiking Jackets - Rain protection for walking in all weather conditions
🥤Hiking Water Bottles - Reusable bottles for hydration on the trail
🧰First Aid Kits - Essential safety kits for outdoor activities
🦟Anti-Midge & Tick Repellent - Vital for hiking in the Scottish Highlands during summer

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