Join the 7th Annual
San Diego
Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge
CaliforniaYear-roundAny 6 of 7
Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge
San Diego
Hike any six of seven San Diego County peaks, from Mount Woodson at 2,881 ft to Hot Springs Mountain at 6,533 ft, the highest point in the county. El Cajon Mountain climbs about 4,000 ft in 11 miles.
CaliforniaYear-roundAny 6 of 7
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About this challenge
The San Diego Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge has seven peaks and asks you to log any six. Mount Woodson (2,881 ft, home of Potato Chip Rock) is an optional alternate that can replace any of the other six: Volcan Mountain, Corte Madera, Cuyamaca Peak, Hot Springs Mountain, High Point on Palomar Mountain and El Cajon Mountain. They range from 3,675 ft to 6,533 ft, and Hot Springs Mountain is the highest point in San Diego County.
Set your own pace: six days, six weeks or six months. Volcan Mountain (5.1 miles) is the gentlest start, while El Cajon Mountain (11 miles, about 4,000 ft of gain) and High Point (13.8 miles) are the toughest. Hot Springs Mountain is on the Los Coyotes Reservation, which charges an entrance fee. El Cajon Mountain is closed in August because of extreme heat, so plan that hike for another month.
How it works
1Join the community
One membership covers every challenge.
One membership covers every challenge.
2Hike and log
Log any 6 of the 7 peaks, using the date you hiked.
Log any 6 of the 7 peaks, using the date you hiked.
3Earn badges
A peak badge for each summit and a finisher badge at 6.
A peak badge for each summit and a finisher badge at 6.
Rules and guidelines
Same for every challenge
- Log the day you hiked. Use the date of your summit, and log each peak once per challenge.
- Leave No Trace. Pack out everything, stay on trail and respect wildlife and other hikers.
- Know your limits. Check conditions, permits and closures before you go, and turn around if it is unsafe.
- Hike at your own risk. The community shares information, and you are responsible for your own safety.
Good to know for this challenge
At a glance
Peaks on the list7
Needed to finish6
SeasonYear-round
Summit range2,881 to 6,533 ft
The Peaks
Hike any 6 of the 7 peaks below. Tap a pin for the name and elevation.
Finishers
Questions
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