Poway, CA

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Wide Scenic Panoramic Landscape View of Lake Hodges and San Diego County North Inland from summit of Bernardo Mountain Peak in Poway California
Get ready for the hike
Hasta la vista baby! Mount Woodson, San Diego County
Potato chip rock at the top of Mount Woodson.  7-8 mile round trip hike depending on which route you take (you can go around the left side of the lake to add another mile or so).
A 6.1 mile strenuous trail hike will get you to the Summit of Mt Woodson with this spectacular view waiting for you to admire.

Where to stay in Poway

Hiking in Poway has its perks

Old Poway

If you're spending some time in Old Poway, Old Poway Park and Poway-Midland Railroad are top sights worth seeing.

Old Poway
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
$273 nightly
The price is $314 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$314 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,459 reviews)
Great place! Will return!!

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
$146 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$158 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,653 reviews)
We found this place after issues with our original booking and were pleasantly surprised

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
$86 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$98 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,309 reviews)
Pool side was okay its all the way to the first building

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
502 10th Avenue San Diego CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (778 reviews)
Amazing staff

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

3.5 out of 5
701 A St San Diego CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,038 reviews)
Not much to do in downtown, better stay on the beach.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 out of 5
819 University Ave San Diego CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (320 reviews)
It is a clean place to stay and budget friendly. Unfortunately the noise from the road can make it hard to sleep.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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