Queer Hikes - Trans-Only Day: Marian Bear

Tuesday , July 14 !
San Diego Bird Alliance presents a special Queer Hike this month specifically for Trans persons ONLY 

San Diego Bird Alliance provides monthly queer hikes to create a safe and healthy space for the LGBTQIA+ community.  Not trans? Meet us on June 25th at Hillcrest, or look for our events monthly here on the SDBA calendar.

This hike will be at the lovely Marian Bear Open Space Park on Regents Rd. East! Join us as we explore a gem in the heart of San Diego and meet other likeminded birders and hikers along the way. Enjoy pristine oak woodland, hidden alongside the 52 freeway. The trail is easy to moderate - a walking stick and waterproof shoes may be desired. The weather may start cool and there is lots of shade cover, but temperatures can quickly rise. Wear comfortable layers, and bring your reusable water bottle!

Marian Bear Open Space is part of Tecolote Canyon system and one of several protected urban canyons in the San Diego area that support native plant communities and associated bird life.  Birds that are here for the entire year include hawks, Anna’s Hummingbird, California Thrasher, House Wren, Wrentit, and both California and Spotted Towhees.  You can never tell what you may see.  It is a moderate walk with some uneven ground, as well as slight uphills.  Restrooms at the trailhead.

Registration Required. Maximum capacity 25 attendees. While registration for the trip is free, making a donation helps more leaders to offer unique trips. Please donate!

Plentiful parking is available on site, at

5544 Regents Rd (East)

San Diego, CA 92117  

There are multiple entrances and parking lots at Marian Bear Memorial Park!

Directions:  Marian Bear is tricky! Make sure you go to the East side rather than the West!  Here is the google info and directions.  

   https://maps.app.goo.gl/cg6yqD9GGAPwfQ59A     (32.84177226172049, -117.21424878260244)

Driving Directions:

From South of the 52: Take 5 North and take exit 26B for CA-52 East, continue on and take exit 1B, turn right on to Regents Road. STAY ON REGENTS and make a U-Turn at Luna Avenue continue back toward the 52, you will see a sign to your right for Marian Bear San Clemente Canyon, turn right and drive to the parking lot.    

From North of the 52: Take 5 South and take exit 26 for CA-52 East, continue on and take exit 1B, turn right on to Regents Road. STAY ON REGENTS and make a U-Turn at Luna Avenue continue back toward the 52, you will see a sign to your right for Marian Bear/San Clemente Canyon. turn right and drive to the parking lot.          

From Westbound 52: Take exit 1 and turn right on to Regents Road, STAY ON REGENTS and make a U-Turn at Luna Avenue continue back toward the 52, you will see a sign to your right for Marian Bear/San Clemente Canyon. turn right and drive down to the parking lot.   

Unfortunately, public transit does not access this location within a mile of the trailhead.