Black Mountain Summit via Nighthawk Trail and Miners Ridge Trail

This hike to the summit of Black Mountain follows a popular route to stunning views of the San Diego area. The trail follows an out and back route. There are several steep sections, so come prepared for a fun and challenging adventure. This particular route begins on the Nighthawk trail, then turns on to Miner’s Ridge Trail to the summit. This is how most Strava members hike this peak, so you can have confidence it’s a fun round trip!