California Mission Trail - stage 01 Mission San Diego de Alcalá (1769) to Mission San Luis Rey (1798)

California Mission Trail - stage 01 Mission San Diego de Alcalá (1769) to Mission San Luis Rey (1798) is a 75.9 km Regional Hiking hiking trail covering an interesting stretch of countryside.

This 75.9 km route is a major undertaking — excellent fitness, reliable navigation, and multi-day planning are required. End-to-end time is roughly 16 hours and 52 minutes.

Point-to-point in layout, this trail takes you from A to B across the landscape. Consider your return logistics before heading out. Follow the CMT01 waymarkers throughout to stay on the official trail line.

This trail forms part of the Regional Walking Network (RWN), linking local communities and natural features across the region. Waymarking is managed at the regional level.