Trail to Bay Hike: Church Canyon
Thanks for your interest in joining us for our Trail to Bay Challenge hike at Church Canyon on June 12, 2022. A patch of nature located within the confines of a neighborhood, Church Canyon is a great example of how visiting nature can be as easy as walking into our own backyards. With water and geologic features, we’ll discuss the history of the canyon and how we know this based on what we’re seeing. Depending on the time of year, we might even get a chance to witness the chalk dudleya sprouting its protective blossoms.
Date: June 12, 2022
Check in time: 8:00 am
Hike start: 8:30 am
Duration: 1-2 hours
Hiking level: MODERATE
Please see below for information on the site location and details.
Meeting Location: Camino del Rey trail entrance, located west of Via Mar Azul (please refer to map below). Trail head located south of homes.
Driving Directions: From I-805 S, exit E Orange Ave / Olympic Pkwy (Exit 4) and turn left onto Olympic Parkway / E Orange Ave. Continue for 2 miles, then turn left onto Heritage Rd. Continue for ½ a mile onto Paseo Ranchero, then turn left onto Camino Del Ray. Trail head will be on your left.
Suggested Parking: Street parking in neighborhood available on Camino del Rey. Please carpool if possible. Due to parking within neighborhood, please be respectful and use open areas first before parking in front of homes.
Trailhead Location: .2 miles NorthWest of parking lot on left
Restrooms and Water: No restrooms or water stations, please plan accordingly.
Hike Length: 2.5 miles (loop) with 900 ft elevation gain. Summit at 1.3 mile mark. Although it is a shorter hike, the inclines are steeper and the trails are 1.5 persons in width.
Recommended Gear: Water pack / bottle, hiking poles (if desired), long pants / tall socks preferred, hiking shoes with proper support
No pets will be allowed on the hike.
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Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Vermicomposting Workshop
Vermicomposting Workshop
Offered the last Sunday of every month at 11:30 AM. Vermicomposting uses worms to convert waste into fertilizer for your garden! This course will teach you how you can get started with your own worm bin and how to care for your worm friends! This class is included with admission. Chula Vista residents can receive
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Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
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Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
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Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Eagle Mesa para aprender sobre Betsy, el águila calva, y dorado, el águila real! Estas presentaciones bilingües de animales ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. ___________________________ Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend
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Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
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Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Shark & Ray Experience para aprender sobre las especies locales de tiburones, rayas, y más! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. _________________________ Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays and more! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first
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Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Turtle Lagoon para aprender sobre las tortugas marinas que se encuentran en nuestra bahia! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. __________________ Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about Emerald, the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend of each month.
Trail to Bay: Grasslands Loop Bat Hike
Trail to Bay: Grasslands Loop Bat Hike
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Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
¡Únase a nosotros en Eagle Mesa para aprender sobre Betsy, el águila calva, y Dorado, el águila real! Las presentaciones de animales bilingües se realizan el primer fin de semana del mes a las 10:30! ________________________ Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! Bilingual animal
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Taller de Compostaje Bilingüe
Taller de Compostaje Bilingüe
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Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Shark & Ray Experience para aprender sobre las especies locales de tiburones, rayas, y más! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. _________________________ Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays and more! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first
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Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Turtle Lagoon para aprender sobre las tortugas marinas que se encuentran en nuestra bahia! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. __________________ Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about Emerald, the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend of each month.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
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Bat Appreciation Day Celebration
Join us on April 13 & 14 to celebrate International Bat Appreciation Day with educational Discovery Tables, arts & crafts, and animal encounters! International Bat Appreciation Day is April 17. This holiday reminds us of the vital role that bats play in our daily lives. Did you know that plants such as bananas, mangoes, cashews,
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Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh, the salt marsh ecosystem, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities, including magnifying glasses and binoculars, will be available
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
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Team Up to Clean Up: Pepper Park
Team Up to Clean Up: Pepper Park
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Earth Day Celebration
Earth Day Celebration
Join us in celebrating Earth Day at the Living Coast Discovery Center, where you can find educational Discovery Tables, arts and crafts, and animal encounters! All activities are included with admission.
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh, the salt marsh ecosystem, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities, including magnifying glasses and binoculars, will be available
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Earth Day Celebration
Earth Day Celebration
Join us in celebrating Earth Day at the Living Coast Discovery Center, where you can find educational Discovery Tables, arts and crafts, and animal encounters! All activities are included with admission.
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
5 events,
CLOSING AT 3 PM
CLOSING AT 3 PM
The Living Coast Discovery Center will be closing at 3 PM on Saturday, April 27. We will resume normal business hours on Sunday, April 28 at 10 AM. We apologize for any inconvenience!
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh, the salt marsh ecosystem, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities, including magnifying glasses and binoculars, will be available
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Vermicomposting Workshop
Vermicomposting Workshop
Offered the last Sunday of every month at 11:30 AM. Vermicomposting uses worms to convert waste into fertilizer for your garden! This course will teach you how you can get started with your own worm bin and how to care for your worm friends! This class is included with admission. Chula Vista residents can receive
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Eagle Mesa para aprender sobre Betsy, el águila calva, y dorado, el águila real! Estas presentaciones bilingües de animales ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. ___________________________ Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend
Learn more »
Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
¡Acompáñenos todos los sábados a explorar el sendero de la marisma de Sweetwater en el refugio silvestre nacional de la bahía de San Diego! Aprenderemos sobre la historia de la marisma de Sweetwater, el ecosistema de la marisma salada, y las plantas y vida silvestre que prospera en este espacio protegido. Mochilas con actividades divertidas, incluyendo
Learn more »
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Shark & Ray Experience para aprender sobre las especies locales de tiburones, rayas, y más! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. _________________________ Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays and more! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first
Learn more »
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Turtle Lagoon para aprender sobre las tortugas marinas que se encuentran en nuestra bahia! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. __________________ Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about Emerald, the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend of each month.