Hot and challenging
| Peak Summited | 2022 El Cajon Mountain |
|---|---|
| Type of Hike | Day hike |
| Trailhead | El Cajon Mountain Trail |
| Encountered | Wildflowers blooming |
| Hiking Companions | Hiked with a partner |
| Road Conditions | Road suitable for all vehicles |
| Bug Status | Bugs were not too bad |
| Snow Conditions | Snow free |
| Trail Conditions | Trail in good condition |
That was definitely a challenging hike! When they say up hill both ways they mean it! Lots of elevation gain and the last half mile is scrambling on rocks! It was hot and we started at 7 am but honestly we should have started by 5 am! The heat drains you! We brought 3 liters of water each and still refilled! (Thanks to the rangers who left water refill buckets at the half way up point). Loved the changes in vegetation, clouds, wild flowers, birds, and tons of lizards:) It was the most challenging hike in the pack we have done so far!
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