The Viejas Mountain Trail hike takes you straight up the western face of the mountain to the summit. Viejas Mountain is a thigh busting, lung burning hike that’s the perfect length for a quick workout, and the rewards at the top are worth every ounce of energy it takes to get there.
Viejas Mountain trail info.
- Distance: 3.0 miles (round trip)
- Hiking time: 2.5 hours
- Type: Out and back
- Elevation gain: 1500’
- Difficulty: 6/10 (elevation gain)
- Elevation: 4189’
- Rank on 100 peaks list: 47/100
- Usage: Hiking, Trail running, Backpacking, Dogs allowed
- When to go: Spring, Fall, Winter
- Permits Required: Backcountry camping
- Agency: Cleveland National Forest
Map & directions for Viejas Mountain
- Directions to trailhead (via Google Maps)
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Additional links & resources
- Article: San Diego Reader
- Trail report: ModernHiker.com
- Trail report: 100Peaks.com
Photos of Viejas Mountain
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