Cucamonga Peak
About this peak
Cucamonga Peak towers above the Inland Empire, with epic views and an Instagram-friendly rock outcrop. It may or may not get its name from a Shoshonee Chief who sent his wayward daughter to live on the summit. The route climbs Icehouse Canyon, about 11.6 miles round trip with 4,300 feet of gain, to Icehouse Saddle and then up a steep, exposed trail to the top. The north-facing slope holds snow late into the season, and the second half of the hike is dry, so carry plenty of water.
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Hazards
Long, steep day: about 11.6 miles and 4,300 feet of gain. The north-facing slope holds snow late into the season, even into June, so carry trekking poles and traction if conditions call for them. The second half of the trail is dry, steep and exposed; water in Icehouse Canyon must be filtered. Signage at Icehouse Saddle and below the summit can be confusing or missing, so carry a map and GPX track. On a hot summer day, choose a different hike.
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