One hour/one plus mile hike in Tierrasanta Canyons. Introductory hike on East Shepherd Canyon Loop. We gather at the gate near the community pond. Drive north on Santo Road past the Vons shopping center to turn right onto Antigua Blvd. Turn right at the next street, Playa Veracruz. Go east to the gate just past the Playa Encino intersection. Stop and park there.