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HOT SPRINGS MOUNTAIN 15.2 miles This five and a half miler takes place near Warner Springs, off Highway 79. Follow the signs to Nelson's Camp. Beginning with a steep climb up an old jeep trail, the hike becomes easier as it winds up the south slope of Hot Springs Mountain. Dense forests of black oak, Coulter pine and white fir greet you as you follow the ridge line. Higher, closer to the top, wildflowers beckon from sprawling meadows. Return the way you came. text from: Some of the loftiest—and loneliest—mountain country in San Diego County lies on the 25,000-acre Los Coyotes Indian Reservation. You won’t find any casino here, but you will discover San Diego County’s obscure high point, Hot Springs Mountain. At elevation 6533 feet it beats the better-known, 6512-foot Cuyamaca Peak by a whisker. The reservation welcomes weekend visitors for camping, hiking, running, mountain biking, and off-road vehicle driving. A ban on trail motorcycles keeps the place reasonably quiet and free of flying dust. Wait till you see the view—it’s ethereal. text from: There are many more hiking trails in the area, please visit trails.com for a full list. |