Hiking & Cocktails

This is how the Cocktail Hiker enjoys his Cocktails while Hiking all Mountains in Southern California.

Cedar Creek Falls | The Best Waterfalls in San Diego | San Diego Hiking, California Hikes, Cocktail

Amazing trail, need a permit, reverse trail. It is a bit difficult ascend on the way back up but manageable. One of the prettiest hikes inSD

Volcan Mountain | San Diego Hiking, California Hikes, Cocktail Hiker

Today I got up early so I could get hiking as soon as possible. I have always enjoyed driving while having a feeling of excitement, it...

El Cajon Mountain | Prominent Natural Landmark | San Diego Hiking, California Hikes, Cocktail Hiker

El Cajon Mountain is known as the most difficult mountain to hike in San Diego. Not only is it an 11.3-mile hike with a 3,500-foot...

Hot Springs Mountain Trail | The Highest Point in San Diego | San Diego Hiking, California Hikes

This is the highest peak in San Diego!! The first 2 miles are tough, but then it’s pretty easy and absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful October da

Paradise Mountain Loop | Hellhole Canyon Preserve|San Diego Hiking, California Hikes, Cocktail Hiker

At 7 am. I arrived at the parking lot near the trailhead. Today is the first day that I am officially hiking after three weeks of rest....

Stanley Peak via Sage Trail | San Diego Hiking, California Hikes, Cocktail Hiker

Last night, I camped overnight at Dixon Lake Campground. At 5 am, I woke up in the tent. After breathing in the fresh morning air, I woke...

Ellie Lane Trail to Iron Mountain | San Diego Hiking, California Hikes, Cocktail Hiker

6 AM. Before sunrise, the party gathered one by one at the Ellie Lane trailhead parking lot and prepared for the upcoming hike. The...

Daiquiri | Potato Chip Rock | Cocktail Hiker Recipe

INGREDIENTS 2 ounces light rum 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup DIRECTIONS Place the 2 cups of crushed ice into...

Potato Chip Rock | Hiking San Diego's Famous Photo Spot|San Diego Hiking, California Hikes, Cocktail

Potato Chip Rock is one of the most famous mountains in San Diego. I think that distinction is well deserved. It is a well-managed hiking...

Cuyamaca Peak | The second highest point in San Diego County | San Diego Hiking, California Hikes

Cuyamaca Peak is San Diego’s second-highest mountain and is located in Cleveland National Park. It is only 20 feet lower than its bigger...