Brutal Hike
| Peak Summited | 2019 Santiago Peak |
|---|---|
| Type of Hike | Day hike |
| Trailhead | Cadillac Canyon and Joplin Trail. |
| Encountered | Wildflowers blooming |
| Hiking Companions | Hiked with a group |
| Road Conditions | Road recommended for high clearance only |
| Bug Status | Bugs were terrible |
| Snow Conditions | Snow free |
| Trail Conditions | Minor obstacles posing few problems |
The hardest hike I’ve ever done IMO. I don’t think I will do this hike again. Very steep switchbacks with loose rocks and scree on Cadillac Canyon and Joplin, strong poles a must. The swarm of bugs follow you everywhere. Rattlesnakes and a bear sighting. A forest of poison oaks to watch out for. The last 3 miles of the hike offers no shade at all, open air hiking under 100 degree. Not a fun one but glad I did it.
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