One of the few lower peaks where on a clear day you get gorgeous views of parts of San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange Counties all at once. That is, if you don’t mind the 7-mile rough and uneven ride to the trailhead from the Maples Spring Visitor Center and sharing the dusty trail with off-roaders (with their large-wheeled 4x4s) and the (occasionally inconsiderate) dirt bikers. Other than that, the trail is only moderately steep with only the last mile and a half becoming a steady climb.
Hike Log
Great views at the top — if you don’t mind the way to get there…
Type of Hike:
Day hike
Trail Conditions:
Minor obstacles posing few problems
ROAD:
Road recommended for high clearance only
Bugs:
No bugs
Snow:
Snow free
Link:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/evening-hike-at-santiago-peak-via-maple-springs-f455267
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