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    Anzelina Coodey
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    The trail starts by hugging the shores of Lake Poway.
    Anzelina Coodey
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    01/14/2015
    Hillsides at the beginning of the trail offer picnic tables.
    Anzelina Coodey
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    01/14/2015
    The trail starts by hugging the shores of Lake Poway.
    Anzelina Coodey
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    01/14/2015
    Typical section of the trail once it departs from the banks of Lake Poway.
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    View north toward Escondido.
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    Typical section of trail.
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    Two miles into the trail you'll find an open view with a picnic table.
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    Cairn along the trail.
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    This oak tree, about two thirds of the way to Potato Chip Rock, is a popular rest stop.
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    Hikers wait in line for a photo at Potato Chip Rock.
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    Hikers wait in line for a photo at Potato Chip Rock.
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    With careful cropping, the rock seems more precarious than it really is.
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    Although not a small drop by any means, the rock is quite safe.
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    Manzanita.
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    View from the trail.
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    Unidentified species (help us identify it by providing feedback).
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    San Diego is silhouetted against the Pacific Ocean.
    Anzelina Coodey
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    01/14/2015
    Unidentified species (help us identify it by providing feedback).
    Anzelina Coodey
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    01/14/2015
    Mountain biker along the lower section of the trail.
    Anzelina Coodey
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    01/14/2015
    View of Lake Poway.
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    01/14/2015
    Lake Poway.
    Anzelina Coodey
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    01/14/2015
    Lake Poway.

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