Saddleback Mountain (Santiago Peak)
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Saddleback Mountain Elevation Gain 4000 ft Distance 15 Mile out and back Pets Allowed Yes, but caution is recommended Fees $5 for Adventure pass Hike Time 8 hours Difficulty Difficult - Strenuous Best Seasons Spring, Fall, Winter Ranger District Trabuco Ranger District - (951) 736-1811 Saddleback Mountain, also known as Santiago Peak, is an intense 15 mile out and back trail with steep inclines and phenomenal city views, with enough challenges to push yourself to the limit. At almost 6,000 elevation, the peak is the highest point in Orange County, offering incredible views that span from Catalina Island to Orange and Riverside counties. Mossy trails Tranquil streams Although it is one of the more difficult trails in Orange County, this back country road also offer an almost rain-forest like environment with overgrown ferns and moss, large fig trees, and small running streams.
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