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Climb the ridgeline to Corte Madera Peak.


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1.9

Miles

3.1

KM

79%

Runnable

4,642' 1,415 m

High

3,973' 1,211 m

Low

812' 248 m

Up

160' 49 m

Down

10%

Avg Grade (5°)

37%

Max Grade (20°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Geological Significance · Views

Need to Know

This hike could be hot in the summer, and like most hikes in San Diego, there are no sources of water. It's better shaded than most nearby hikes, but there are sections that could be very exposed.

Description

Access the trailhead either via Espinosa Trail, or via Los Pinos road. From the saddle where Espinosa Trail crosses Los Pinos, follow Los Pinos road north for around a quarter of a mile. There will be a pullout to the left (west) of the road where the trail leaves the road. This turn is marked with an old faded Forest Service sign, an a post.

From here the trail winds steeply at times through manzanita and chamise. In a couple locations climber's trails break off the main trail, and the trail can be narrow at times, but it is mostly easy to follow. The peak is scrubby, but with areas of rock, especially near the shear southeastern face (popular with climbers). From the top there are expansive views of the surrounding peaks and reservoirs.

Flora & Fauna

We saw a pair of bald eagles. Many raptors nest on the shear southeastern face of the mountain, including falcons and golden eagles. The ridge line has pockets of live oak and pine trees.

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Devon Northcott

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#9,591

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