The Beast of SanDiego
Jan. 12, 2026. Feeling happy & great for being able to tackle the beast. Sun was out but the cool…
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All logged hikes for El Cajon Mountain (San Diego).
El Cajon 2026
Trail conditions good. some very small water crossing. some big wash outs from the rain
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Not easy, but worth it.
Hiked up without really knowing what I signed up for! By far the hardest hike I’ve done. Took on El…
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Final and Most Brutal Hike
A beautiful and most challenging hike. We carried the heaviest packs and with just enough water for the duration. There…
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Year End El Cajon
We needed to knock this peak out before the end of the year, so last night we decided we would…
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El Cajon Mountain
Great hike at El Cajon Mountain! I started late, around 10:30 am. Very busy as this was a Sunday. The…
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El Cajon Mountain
Not intentionally, but twas my fastest time in all the times I’ve hiked ECM!
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The Dreaded and Last 6 Pack Hike- El Cajon Mountain
I really do not like this hike- but the views are great. This hike never gets any easier- and uphill…
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If you don’t go humbled, the mountain will make sure you are!
We saved the best (the hardest) for last in our 2025 Six-Pack-Of-Peaks Challenge! The trail was very normal for this…
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The Saga : El Cajon and Capitan
Hiked with my new friend KG from Corte. Parked in the lot (should not have) and started by 8am. Restroom…
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#7. El Cajon Mountain (Plus El Capitan Bonus)
Well, I did it! Being the completionist I am, I couldn’t just stop at 6. Earlier in the year, I’d…
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El Cajon Mountain
Rainy and overcast day, but perfect for this hike! It wasn’t too hot and the little rain we got was…
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