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4.1 miles
Distance
87 ft
Climb
-156 ft
Descent
00:14:56
Avg time
-69 ft
Altitude change
13 ft
Altitude min
111 ft
Altitude max
85 ft
Altitude start
16 ft
Altitude end
-0.3%
Grade
-15.6%
Grade max
8.1%
Grade min
4,534 ft
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
00:14:56
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Finney Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Otay Valley Regional Park
    Chula Vista, California
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    30 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #121303 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #294802 in Trail Running
    • #306194 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Gravel Path
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, CX, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge

This trail stretches the east-west length of the Otay Valley Regional Park. It currently runs from just west of the I-5 and heads east to the I-805. Planning is in progress to expand the park in the future to further east and up to the Otay Lakes. The majority of this popular path is wide and smooth and makes for easy running or cycling. There are a few places to stop and view wildlife in little ponds and in running water that drains from the Otay Lakes down to the bay. Informational placards are placed in various spots to give depth of understanding about the region. There are a few other paths and trails that cross this trail and small signposts help guide the way. Expect to encounter other trail users on any given visit. Bell encouraged for cyclists. A portion of the western section passes through a tree nursery, be cautious for vehicles at work.

source: Park website
Access Info

Open from sunrise to sunset.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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May 23, 2026 @ 2:22pm (America/Los_Angeles)
May 23, 2026
Mar 7, 2026 @ 6:32pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Mar 7, 2026
 Small section that goes directly south from bike park still flooded, but rest is nice. some rocky bits. Homeless encampment under bridges to right...
Dec 20, 2023 @ 3:00pm
Dec 20, 2023
 The far eastern section that comes down from the Greg Cox bike park is flooded. The rest is all good.
Nov 11, 2023 @ 3:37pm
Nov 11, 2023
 Maintenance has been getting done. New bridges in by SDMBA - thank you! Trails are fine
Oct 11, 2020 @ 3:25pm
Oct 11, 2020
 All clear. Overgrowth, erosion and garbage in some sections. Homeless camping in some sections. Trail management maintenance seems low.
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Finney

        ▼ Where is Finney located?
        Finney is located in Otay Valley Regional Park, Chula Vista, California, United States. It is part of the Otay Valley Regional Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 32.59125, -117.03858.
        ▼ How hard is Finney?
        Finney is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 0.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Finney?
        Finney has 87 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 156 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 13 ft to 111 ft.
        ▼ Is Finney a point to point trail?
        Finney is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is gravel path.

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