Great Outdoors - San Diego Urban Hike
Celebrating America’s Freedom, Celebrating San Diego’s beauty
Spruce Suspension Bridge to Waterfront Park
BEAUTIFUL SAN DIEGO! Let’s explore it together!
DATE: July 4, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
MEETING LOCATION: Corner of Spruce and Brant Streets. (ample free parking)
DISTANCE: 3.5 MILES ROUND TRIP
DIFFICULTY: EASY
HIKE LEADER: Bill Stanhope 619-306-2378
On the 250th anniversary of our nation let’s celebrate together by exploring the beauty of San Diego, our beloved city. This hike begins at the corner of Brant and Spruce Streets, will cross over the historic 110-year-old Spruce Street Pedestrian Bridge, hike along the scenic Maple Canyon Trail, pass by one of the filming locations of the movie Top Gun, walk through vibrant Little Italy and its farmers’ market, stroll through Waterfront Park in front of the San Diego County Administration Building, and finally return to our starting location at the corner of Spruce and Brant streets.
Note: Currently there has been word that on July 4 there may be a NO KINGS demonstration and march at 10:00am at Waterfront Park. Our Great Outdoors hikes always begin and end at the same location, so after reaching Waterfront Park we will continue back to the Brant side of the Spruce Street Bridge where the hike will end. Please plan accordingly for traffic pending the confirmation of the potential NO KINGS protest.
Lovely Maple Canyon Urban Nature Trail
Great Outdoors (GO) is a non-profit, non-political organization. GO does not endorse any political candidates, nor does it take part in political campaigns.
Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement
Great Outdoors San Diego and our members enjoy the privilege of using the outdoors for recreation. We strive to include more of our community, especially those historically not included. Please encourage your friends, neighbors, and community members to come out and join us! If something is holding them back, please contact GOSD to explore accommodations including equipment available for lend or sponsorships for events.
