San Diego Guided Hikes

Find your next Hike

Great ways to explore San Diego.

Our Most Popular Hiking Adventures are 3 to 4 miles with no steep hills.

Take a look at the bridges hike in this video, then explore the hiking experiences below. We can include hidden gems at your hotel and one-of-a-kind sights!

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01 / NEIGHBORHOOD EXPLORATION

Neighborhoods of Balboa Park

Canyon views, footbridges & historic architecture

Explore canyon scenery and distinctive homes near Balboa Park on a relaxed, two-hour outing. Cross two footbridges and enjoy quiet streets, with free parking near the starting area.

Team building can be included. Tell your guide if heights are a concern so accommodations can be discussed.

02 / CITY DISCOVERIES

Downtown with a Difference

A two-hour city hike uncovers unexpected landmarks and stories of old San Diego, including the Gaslamp Quarter, East Village and waterfront.

03 / COASTAL SCENERY

La Jolla Shores

Enjoy the shoreline and sights around Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Ask about adding a meal and transportation.

04 / HIDDEN GEMS

Windansea & La Jolla

Discover less-traveled neighborhoods and striking coastal views in La Jolla, where seals and sea lions are part of the area's natural appeal.

05 / ART & OCEAN VIEWS

UCSD's Stunning Campus &
A Hidden Gem On The Coast

Follow shaded campus paths past public artwork before exploring a nearby beach. This easygoing hike covers about 4.5 miles, with an optional campus meal stop.

06 / ART & OCEAN VIEWS

Coronado

Discover Coronado’s inviting village atmosphere, charming streets, and beautiful coastal scenery on a relaxed group hike. From local shops to ocean views, this seaside setting offers plenty of opportunities to explore, take photos, and enjoy time together.

07 / ART & OCEAN VIEWS

Encinitas

Explore the laid-back character of Encinitas, where beach-town streets, local shops, and Pacific Ocean views create a welcoming setting for a group hike. Enjoy time outdoors, connect with your group, and discover a different side of San Diego’s North County coast.

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Alex

Thank you for everything you did to make this event great! Not to mention all you did to make the event even happen in the first place.

You two were a pleasure to work with, as was the team you brought in, and I will certainly be recommending your group to others. You went above and beyond, and our entire team had an amazing experience. Love the pictures as well. Can’t wait to share the link with the team. Such a cool bonus!

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Audra H

I had a group of 40 professionals in La Jolla for a seminar and needed some fun activities so I found Out of the Ordinary Group & Team Adventures simply because of the catchy name! And let me tell you, their name says it all! Not only do they offer "out of the ordinary" events and excursions, they also go ABOVE and BEYOND to give everyone a wonderful experience! The best part for me as a Meeting Planner was, instead of using separate vendors for all our activities, we were able to use Out of the Ordinary for all 3!!! We did the Sip n' Score games at our Welcome Reception, the Wellness Walk through La Jolla with breathtaking views and for our team building we did the Bike Build Charity Give Back and were able to donate the finished bikes to a wonderful local organization, It's All About the Kids, just in time for Christmas! Thank you Darlynne, Marc and the entire team at Out of the Ordinary for all your help!

Babett Hirzel - Embassy Suites

First and foremost just wanted to say THANK YOU both for such a fun-filled experience on our scavenger hunt.

They all loved it ...What a great time spent together – and that is what it’s all about. Getting to know each other better and having some fun and laughs along the way. Still can’t get over Jason singing that song..haha.

Thank you again, I admire you both so much and can’t wait to partner up again hopefully in the first quarter to do something on a bigger scale with the entire hotel team.

Wishing you and Marc Happy Holidays and thank you for brightening up everyone’s day! You have my dream job!!!!!

Amanda Union Bank

As someone who has planned many team building and corporate events, I have to say that hands down, Out of the Ordinary takes the spotlight on professionalism, reliability and delivering an unforgettable experience. When I was tasked to plan a team building/holiday party in less than 4 weeks, I was so relieved to be working with a company that really has it together! Marc & Darlynne are so enthusiastic and really know how to think outside of the ordinary with every detail. I am so used to the behind the scenes chaos that typically plays out on the day of an event, but OOA's team was so polished and calm. Definitely a relief! I was even able to enjoy the event myself and participate as a guest.

Liana, Encore Semi

We booked the urban scavenger hunt at Balboa Park, in San Diego, for a company gathering and we had a great time!
Darlynne and the other guides were very helpful, guiding us through the park and giving us clues when needed without influencing the game. We all feel that we know better the city we live in, and we received great feedbacks from our whole team, so I can say that it was a lot of fun. Liana G

Beth Visit Santa Barbara

Darlynne and her husband Marc did a great job with a video coaching session for how to best present on Zoom. The content was customized to our audience with pre-questions from Darlynne. I would recommend her for this type of training if your organization can benefit in these days of working virtually.

Shoshana E Thermofisher

My work team did an Outrigger Canoe Challenge recently and everyone enjoyed the event! It was fun and exciting and really helped to bring the team together to enjoy the day outside of your typical working environment. The staff was very friendly, professional and attentive and everything was set up and coordinated perfectly. They made everything super easy from the 1st phone call to the actual event!

Chelsea B. High Tech Elementary

Our school, High Tech Elementary Chula Vista, did The Amazing Race scavenger hunt with Out of the Ordinary and had a blast! They were very professional, organized and fun! We just got to sit back and enjoy. I would highly recommend them for group building activities.

Lois J., Milgard

We always have fun with Out of the Ordinary! I know San Diego is in our future and I will always keep you in mind.

Annette G., Yesco

Just wanted to thank you, Marc and your entire team once again. From the beginning of our talks to the end, it was a great experience. You made us look good. Thank you!