Whether you're planning a solitary jog along the shore or a leisurely run with a friend through a canopy of mountain oaks, here are a few favorite San Diego running trails.

Chicano Park is the geographic and emotional heart of Barrio Logan, located in Logan Heights, San Diego's oldest Mexican-American neighborhood. The park is home to the largest concentration of Chicano murals in the world, with more than 100 paintings on seven acres dotted with sculpture, gardens, picnic tables and playgrounds. Throughout the year, it hosts festivals of music and Aztec dance, the biggest being Chicano Park Day — held each April on the Saturday closest to April 22, the date of the park's beginnings. Additionally, Chicano Park is the hub of an emerging arts district, with galleries, boutiques, brew pubs and craft coffee shops nearby.

The modern history of Coronado began in 1886 with the formation of the Coronado Beach Company, which for many years was the driving force behind the development of the peninsula as a town and resort destination. But for generations before that, the area had been inhabited by the Kumeyaay (Iipay / Tipai), who were the San Diego region's first peoples. They established fishing villages in Coronado and used the area for hunting and gathering. The last of the Kumeyaay inhabitants were forcibly removed from Coronado in the early 1900s.

An ideal year-round climate, 70 miles of pristine beaches, and a collection of world-class attractions make San Diego an unrivaled vacation destination.

Savvy travelers appreciate San Diego’s wide range of offerings, from award-winning cultural institutions and unique neighborhoods to Michelin-starred restaurants. Whether you’re looking for low-key and budget-friendly or a smart splurge for a special occasion (destination wedding, anyone?), this vibrant city lives up to its reputation for friendliness and fun.

GayCities offers an insider’s look at some of the city’s distinct neighborhoods and experiences to make your San Diego getaway a trip to remember.