Santiago Peak

I wanted to sneak in a Peak challenge before the game kicks off and avoid the crowd. Maple Springs 4×4 road is in good condition

Today is the type of day that exemplifies why I joined this challenge. Too often I hike the same hills near my house over and

We took the single track trail up to Santiago Peak & hiked 12miles round trip. We didn’t have a 4WD so we parked right before

Took the single tracks vs the dusty and boring dirt roads. Bushwhacking fun!

Lots of motor traffic, might be best for a weekday

The road to the trailhead is one lane and very rocky/bumpy. I highly recommend 4×4/AWD with high clearance. The trail is a straight forward fire