Mission Trails Regional Park Status

Per the San Diego County public health order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, areas of Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) are open for passive use only. Cowles Mountain and all connector trails to and from Cowles Mountain and Pyles Peak are now open. All other trails at MTRP are open including the Kumeyaay Lake Trail. The Kumeyaay Lake Campground, its day-use parking lot and MTRP Visitor Center remain closed.  Before visiting Mission Trails, review THIS LINK on the City of San Diego website for guidelines and safety protocols that need to be followed while at MTRP.

For more information regarding Lake Murray, click here.

Rare Plant Conservation at Mission Trails

On Thursday, March 11, join us for a presentation about a three-year project to restore an endangered native plant, San Diego Thornmint, at Mission Trails. Mark Berninger, Natural Resources Manager, City of San Diego, will discuss the initiative as well as other rare plants in the park. Learn more

Geology of MTRP Focus of Online Lecture Series

The Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) Foundation is pleased to continue its OnTopic online lecture series with three presentations by geologist Pat Abbott, professor emeritus of SDSU. The programs will explain how MTRP was “built” millions of years ago. Learn more

Shop the MTRP Store for Gifts that Give Back to MTRP

Choose from a range of MTRP branded products (three t-shirt styles, hats, etc.), toys, books for adults and children, botanical soaps, notecards, and more. All proceeds support the park through the MTRP Foundation. Shop now