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Woodson Mountain and Potato Chip Rock via Mount Woodson Road
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 a popular photo spot. The path is lined with diverse flora, including chaparral and manzanita trees, providing a scenic backdrop throughout the journey. #Hiking #Mountain #Rock #Nature
- Distance: 4.2 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,312 ft
- Maximum elevation: 2,844 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,312 ft
- Minimum elevation: 1,683 ft
- Moving time: 1 h 34 m
- Moving speed: 2.6 mph
- Maximum speed: 3.8 mph
- Total time: 1 h 57 m
- Global speed: 2.1 mph
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Trail profile
- Distance: 4.2 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,312 ft
- Maximum elevation: 2,844 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,312 ft
- Minimum elevation: 1,683 ft
- Moving time: 1 h 34 m
- Moving speed: 2.6 mph
- Maximum speed: 3.8 mph
- Total time: 1 h 57 m
- Global speed: 2.1 mph
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About this trail
Name: Woodson Mountain and Potato Chip Rock via Mount Woodson Road trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Start: Mount Woodson Road, San Diego County, California, United States (33.00830 -116.95545)
End: Mount Woodson Road, San Diego County, California, United States (33.00827 -116.95548)
Coordinates: 33.00491 -116.97420 33.00934 -116.95545
Topography: San Diego County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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Potato Chip Rock and Mount Woodson Summit from Lake Poway
United States > California > San Diego County > 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.…
Distance: 7.2 mi • Elevation gain: 2,011 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,844 ft
