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1,493 ft
Distance
-128 ft
Descent
00:01:37
Avg time
-128 ft
Altitude change
1,061 ft
Altitude min
1,190 ft
Altitude max
1,190 ft
Altitude start
1,063 ft
Altitude end
-8.6%
Grade
-22.3%
Grade max
-1.2%
Grade min
1,493 ft
Distance down
00:01:37
Avg time
Nighthawk Runner Details
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaBlack Mountain
San Diego, California -
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Local Popularity65 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 60 in E-Biking
- 45 in Trail Running
- 70 in Hiking
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Trail TypeMixed
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Adaptive MTB, CX
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Connects Road Runner Loop Trail Nighthawk Trail. Good for heading down toward Hilltop Park from the east ridge trails.
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aMTB Green Rating: Beginner features and moderate terrain.
There is a steep loose climb
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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6 Months
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- 18 miles avg distance
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- Last: Jul 2, 2026
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Directions to nighthawk-runner trailhead
(32.976360, -117.105900)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nighthawk Runner
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Where is Nighthawk Runner located?
Nighthawk Runner is located in Black Mountain, San Diego, California, United States. It is part of the Black Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 32.97636, -117.1059.
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How hard is Nighthawk Runner?
Nighthawk Runner is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 8.6%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Nighthawk Runner?
The trail has 128 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,061 ft to 1,190 ft.
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Is Nighthawk Runner a point to point trail?
Nighthawk Runner is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is mixed.
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