This is a good trail for those who are into adventure riding. Very easy to make, the scenery is amazing. You can find a couple of campsites and it’s close to urban areas. It’s a must for first time adventurers,
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I started at 9am; this was a great hike, did it by myself, very easy to follow all the way to the top. The last .36 miles was a bit hard but not nice you get to the top the view is amazing. So quiet, peaceful and beautiful…one note cover your mouth for certain areas there’s lots of mosquitos, I almost swallowed one 😬..great hike very few people
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Hike is a good length, but the incline isn’t very challenging until the last 3/4 mile. If you’re looking to get out in nature, this is a good option. If you’re looking for a booty workout, not so much.
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There were a lot of bugs during this walk even after I used the spray. Shade did not last, most of the day we were exposed. There were nice views at the top. Summit register was missing although I found a log register about 20 feet away under a bush exposed, no container. I put it in a baggie and put it under the summit sign. I hope someone brings a replacement container and log on a future trip.
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Great trail and pretty! Last .9 was quite an incline to summit but I didn’t think it was too bad. Great views of the ocean and Catalina at the summit. People mentioned bugs. There were bugs but not bad. March 3,2020.
The trailhead is across the street from parking. Same side as candy shop where you can also buy an adventure pass if you need one. As well as a sandwich when you come back down (Candy shop also makes sandwiches).
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Nice hike. Last mile tough up hill rutted our trailer. Great views. Would not do in summer.
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With some of the higher Santa Ana peaks closed due to the recent fires Sitton Peak is a decent alternative. I have hiked this trail in the hot and cooler months and I recommend doing this hike during the fall or winter months. Not only can it be hot but the bugs can be an annoyance during the warmer time of year.
The hike is pretty covered until you get to 4 corners. From there the trail is more exposed for the remaining 2 miles to the peak. However, you will be gifted with some great views of the southern part of the Santa Ana mountain range as well as the San Gregorio mountain range which if snow peaked make the views even more memorable.
The last quarter of a mile is a scramble but the final view at the peak is well worth it. A bit of back history, a helicopter crash landed on the face of Sitton Peak and if you look closely enough you will still find remnants of the helicopter.
If you are in modest shape this hike will be challenging at points but definitely doable. However if you do it on a hot day the hike becomes much harder.
All in all the hike is a nice day hike and if your goals are set to do peaks like Baldy or Whitney this hike can help you determine your current physical and mental stamina as it has decent mileage and elevation gain to help you attain your ultimate goal.
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Thick Santa Ana mountain vegeration. Last mile to the peak is quite steep. Recommend hiking poles.
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