After our adventure on Monument Peak, we made the short drive to the Wooded Hill Trailhead. I was just here about two weeks ago on one of Larry Edmond’s Hike of the Month. Unlike the 10+ miles we did that day, today was just a simple loop up to the summit and back. The parking area was almost completely full, probably with mountain bikers enjoying the trail. We cruised along the trail and quickly found ourselves at the summit. I scrambled up the summit block first, then Becca gave it a go. There really aren’t views from this summit, as the name “wooded hill” is quite correct.
On our return, we meet 3 bikers taking a breather, and a short time later another making her way up. Before too long, we were back at the car, and our morning of peak bagging drew to a close. Our loop through Wooded Hill was 1.4 miles and took us 46:47.
I am an avid peak bagger, sometimes backpacker, and former sea kayaker living in San Diego. In 2019, I became the third person to complete the San Diego 100 Peak Challenge. Not stopping with that accomplishment, I set my sights on the harder San Diego Sierra Club 100 Peak list, which I completed in 2021. In addition, I have conquered several Six-Pack of Peaks challenges (SoCal, San Diego, Central Coast, and Arizona-Winter). Beyond attempting the San Diego Sierra Club 100 Peak list a second time, I am looking forward to exploring new summits and new adventures across the southwest.