Nov 20, 2011, Tijuana River Valley: Rain in November has made nearly all forest canopy trails impassable. Perl Trail North and Cathedral might be passable if no rain occurs between today and Thanksgiving. All trails on roads or in the open areas are mostly excellent footing, especially when there is no rain for 3-4 consecutive days. BFSP can be reached only by beach. Very low tides this week will allow spectacular beach riding. Check the tide tables to time your ride. Mesa trails are in excellent shape and what a view! Recent rains are greening the valley allowing viewing of wildlife abundant. See “Travel & Maps” for trail maps and routes. Effie May Crossing is likely under water, so going to south-of-the-river trails and the beach requires crossing on either Hollister Bridge or Dairy Mart Bridge. You may park trailers at all staging areas. The gate to Border Field State Park is closed to automobile traffic–you may park and stage trailers at BFSP gate (toilet and water), and you may ride directly to the beach, into Goat Canyon, Bunker Hill, and Lichty Mesa trails (and south-of-the-river trails) starting from the gate. Heed the advice–stay on the trail for safety! Happy Trails on Thanksgiving Holiday!