Hike of the week: Discover a sweet network of trails at Harry Griffen Regional Park

Hike of the week: Discover a sweet network of trails at Harry Griffen Regional Park

Harry Griffen Regional Park surprised me this week. The 53-acre open space in the northeastern corner of La Mesa has the classic public park essentials: a large grassy field, a playground and a dog park. But it’s also home to a network of crisscrossing dirt trails that can make for an ideal summer evening stroll or run. It was about time that I checked it out, too. My sister and her family live within walking distance of the park and they’re oft…