San Mateo Peak Day Hike
San Mateo Peak Day Hike
Oct 20, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM PDT
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NOV 13-24 - OCLB - San Mateo Peak Day Hike This day hike is ideal for slower hikers. This trail goes to San Mateo Peak in the San Mateo Canyon Wilderness. We will start at the true trailhead for the Morgan Trail on S Main Divide Road, at 08:00. It is best reached from I15. The round-trip distance is 4.4 to 4.7 miles if we just go out and back. The peak is 3591’, the elevation gain is 950’. It will take about 2.5 hours. We will stay together as there are some tricky turns at the start. The views from the peak are spectacular. Depending on how we feel at the peak, we can retrace our steps, or add about 1.5 miles to the total and do a loop. The loop is better. -------------------------------------------
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Where do we meet?
We will start at the true trailhead for the Morgan Trail on S Main Divide Road, at 08:00. It is best reached from I15. Drive up the 74 from Lake Elsinore, and S Main Divide Road will be the first left turn. The trailhead is 2.8 miles from the turn on the right and is well marked with a picnic table, and across the street from a spectacular view. There is a small dirt parking area but also street parking. A National Forest Adventure Pass or a National Park Pass is needed to park.Event Organizer
GREAT OUTDOORS - Orange County / Long BeachEvent producerLong Beach
Since 1977, Great Outdoors (GO) has been a community-focused LGBTQIA+ social club, with five chapters from San Diego to Santa Barbara. We create outdoor adventures and lasting connections through hikes, walks, campouts, backpacking, 4x4 off-roading, cycling, social mixers, and more. GO is an ally committed to making outdoor recreation more accessible and welcoming to everyone. Nature is nurturing—and so are we. We are building an inclusive community and welcome your ideas for improving accessibility. Experience the spirit of our club: Great Friends, Great Times, Great Outdoors!