At 5,689 ft (1,734 m) Santiago Peak is the highest point in Orange County. It also marks the border between Orange and Riverside Counties.

It's a good vantage point, and you can spot some other Southern California peaks such as San Gorgonio Mountain, San Jacinto Peak, and Mount San Antonio.

You won't however, be afforded a full 360 degree view of the landscape due to the large number of antennas sited here.

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1. Modjeska Peak & Santiago Peak loop via Harding & Santiago Truck Trail — Silverado, California

57.5km

06:52

2,210m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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2. Maple Springs Trailhead – Modjeska Peak loop from Sycamore Creek

40.2km

04:23

1,350m

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3. Whiting Ranch viewpoint – Reynolds Bench loop from Portola Hills

63.4km

06:49

2,040m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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Location: Orange County, California, United States

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Santiago Peak Summit and Telecommunications Towers

1. Modjeska Peak & Santiago Peak loop via Harding & Santiago Truck Trail — Silverado, California

2. Maple Springs Trailhead – Modjeska Peak loop from Sycamore Creek

3. Whiting Ranch viewpoint – Reynolds Bench loop from Portola Hills

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