Trail Advocacy
Shaping the future of San Diego trails.
A dual-track approach to short-term trail improvements and long-term advocacy, planning, and stakeholder engagement across San Diego County.
A dual-track approach to short-term trail improvements and long-term advocacy, planning, and stakeholder engagement across San Diego County.
SDMBA works on two fronts to improve trail access: short-term projects like trail trimming, tread repair, and bridge replacement, paired with long-term advocacy including master trail plans, public comment periods, and stakeholder engagement across jurisdictions.
A phased improvement plan for the Descanso Ranger District, including sustainable trail reroutes, erosion control, and new connector trails. SDMBA is working directly with the U.S. Forest Service on multi-year implementation of recreation improvements across the Mt. Laguna area.
Pending land acquisitions and jurisdictional coordination before trail improvements can begin. SDMBA continues to advocate for expanded access and sustainable recreation opportunities.
No current projects in the Palomar Ranger District. SDMBA monitors opportunities for future trail development and advocacy as land management plans evolve.
Trail maintenance and sustainable development within this 3,058-acre conservation area in Escondido, working with city land managers on long-term access.
Ongoing trail stewardship and advocacy for improved mountain bike access in one of San Diego's most popular open space parks.
Preserve-wide trail improvements and erosion mitigation in partnership with both city and county land managers.
Resource management plan approved with 2025 implementation. Coordinating trail stewardship and sustainable recreation within the preserve system.
Urban trail advocacy in San Diego's signature park, working to maintain and expand cycling access within the Florida Canyon natural area.
Advocating for improved trail connectivity and mountain bike access across San Diego's network of urban canyon open spaces.
Alignment study for a regional trail connecting multiple jurisdictions in the Otay Valley, involving coordination between city, county, and federal agencies.
Ongoing coordination with federal land managers to explore compatible recreation opportunities within the refuge, navigating conservation requirements and habitat protections.
Trail maintenance and General Plan implementation following the 2015 approval. Working with State Parks on sustainable recreation improvements and post-fire recovery trail restoration.
Trail trimming, brushing, tread work for erosion control, and bridge replacement. Immediate, hands-on improvements that keep trails rideable today.
Master Trails Plans, Public Access Plans, park planning processes, public comment periods, and coordination across jurisdictions and agencies.
Navigating land ownership, mitigation requirements, conservation designations, habitat protection, and cultural resource considerations.
Join SDMBA to support trail advocacy, volunteer at trail days, or donate to fund the projects that keep San Diego riding.