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South Fortuna Mountain
Trail Running Route
Hard
5.26 mi
1,428 ft
Gain incredible views from one of Mission Trails Regional Park's beautiful mountains.
The South Fortuna Mountain Trail is a 5.3-mile trail run in Mission Trails Regional Park that takes you to the summit of South Fortuna Mountain, one of the five peaks in the park. To begin the run, you will start at the south trailhead and follow a series of trails that cross a creek, a meadow, a river, and a steep hill. There are wooden bridges crossing most of the streams and rivers, so you don't need to worry about getting your feet wet. After turning right to head up the pass, you'll encounter the highlight of this route: the "Stairway to Heaven," a set of wooden steps that lead you to the saddle between the two peaks. From there, you will turn right and follow a ridge trail to the summit, where you can enjoy panoramic views of San Diego and beyond. After taking in the scenery, you can return the same way or make a loop by taking another trail back to the river crossing. The route shown here is the loop option. This trail run is moderate to difficult and has an elevation gain of 1,427 feet. It is a popular trail for hiking, running, and birdwatching, and is open year-round and dog-friendly. For more information, visit Mission Trails Regional Park Online. Sources: Conversation with Bing Chat Written by FATMAP Official
The South Fortuna Mountain Trail is a 5.3-mile trail run in Mission Trails Regional Park that takes you to the summit of South Fortuna Mountain, one of the five peaks in the park. To begin the run, you will start at the south trailhead and follow a series of trails that cross a creek, a meadow, a river, and a steep hill. There are wooden bridges crossing most of the streams and rivers, so you don't need to worry about getting your feet wet. After turning right to head up the pass, you'll encounter the highlight of this route: the "Stairway to Heaven," a set of wooden steps that lead you to the saddle between the two peaks. From there, you will turn right and follow a ridge trail to the summit, where you can enjoy panoramic views of San Diego and beyond. After taking in the scenery, you can return the same way or make a loop by taking another trail back to the river crossing. The route shown here is the loop option. This trail run is moderate to difficult and has an elevation gain of 1,427 feet. It is a popular trail for hiking, running, and birdwatching, and is open year-round and dog-friendly. For more information, visit Mission Trails Regional Park Online. Sources: Conversation with Bing Chat Written by FATMAP Official
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Route and Elevation
Segments
| Name | Distance | Elev. Diff. | Avg. Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson 5k start-(seg1) | 0.34 mi | -128 ft | -6.6% |
| Jackson 5k uphill climb 1 (seg2) | 0.49 mi | 361 ft | 13.7% |
| Mission Trails River Road Climb | 0.41 mi | 331 ft | 15.1% |
| Fortuna Saddle Climb (West) | 1.10 mi | 548 ft | 9.3% |
| West Powerline + S. Fortuna | 1.30 mi | 623 ft | 9.1% |
| Widowmaker West | 0.21 mi | 246 ft | 21.8% |
| Saddle to South Fortuna | 0.59 mi | 194 ft | 6.0% |
| S. Fortuna trail-down stairs-through valley back to river trail | 2.04 mi | -738 ft | -3.4% |
| Unnamed Rd Climb | 0.26 mi | 164 ft | 11.7% |
| S. Fortuna to Suycott Tables | 1.22 mi | -738 ft | -10.9% |
| S. Fortuna to SD River | 2.11 mi | -919 ft | -8.2% |
| Mission Gorge Stairs Down | 0.16 mi | -308 ft | -35.5% |
| Suycott Wash climb | 0.30 mi | 180 ft | 11.3% |
| Up the SSS's | 0.21 mi | 148 ft | 13.4% |
| MT River Road Climb-Down | 0.42 mi | -338 ft | -15.0% |
| River to the gate | 0.24 mi | 118 ft | 9.0% |