1.2 hr
This service road starts in a residential neighborhood. The trail is a gravel road that winds up to the top of Black Mountain. Several trails break off of this road on your way up that offer great trails to explore. The 360-degree views from the top of Black Mountain make the hike up very rewarding. In the afternoon you can watch the hot air balloons drifting east from the ocean and grab a view of Mt. Woodson to the northeast.
View SSW from the top of Black Mountain centered on Mt. Carmel High School
View north towards 4S Ranch and Del Norte High School from the top of Black Mountain
Sunrise over Poway.