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Montañon Peak

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Montañon Peak

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Montañon Peak

Name: Montañon Peak
Rating: 2

Recommended by 2 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Channel Islands National Park

Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous

Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

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Location: Santa Barbara County, California, United States

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1. Montañon Ridge Trail — Channel Islands National Park

21.5km

06:35

750m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Chuck Heckman

March 7, 2023

Montañon Peak is the highest peak on the eastern side of Santa Cruz Island, standing at 1808 feet (551 m). From the peak you will have fantastic views of the entire island, and of the beautiful waters to the south.

The park service notes that this is an unmaintained trail and only suitable for hikers with advanced experience. It is recommended to bring a topographic map with you if you attempt this route.

georgie

August 9, 2023

This is an unmaintained trail so be sure to have a map handy, it’s quite easy to go down the wrong ridge. I’d also recommend hiking poles as portions of the descent are loose rock and steep. Or you can slide down on your butt like yours truly.

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Elevation 510 m

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Location: Santa Barbara County, California, United States

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1. Montañon Ridge Trail — Channel Islands National Park

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