COLE CANYON TRAIL

This is a very nice hike in Murrieta, views of Santa Rosa plateau and the surrounding area if you go to the overlook, some views of Temecula valley on the way down. The trails are a little rocky and not well maintained in a couple spots and are, as one reviewer pointed out, dirt (because well, they are outdoor trails). The same reviewer also complained of dog poop. There is coyote poop on the trail in some areas because there are lots of coyotes in California and there is coyote poop everywhere. We stepped over the coyote poop and saw zero dog poop. On a weekday morning in Dec we were completely alone and our very good granddog on voice command was off-leash the whole time. The desert plants were a little rough on my shins. Long pants would have helped but it wasn't a big deal.

Definitely a nice hike. About a mile out and back. Very quiet. Filled with the sound of various bird songs. Heat is a problem for me but hiked on an 80+ degrees day with such a nice cool breeze. There is shade here...bring your pooch...

This was an amazing little trail, there is also other trails that you can pick up while you are out there. Lots of ups and down, and lots of shade tree's, and many different types of flora and fauna to see.