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Spitler Peak

About This Trail

Wilderness hiking permits required (free). From parking area on Apple Canyon Road in Mountain Center, take Spitler Peak Trail. Enjoy views of Lake Hemet on the way up. At intersection with PCT, take right. You are now on the Desert Divide, walking the ridge with views to the desert and the ocean. The path to the peak is on the right, about a quarter mile beyond the junction and may be difficult to find. Return the same way.

Trail Location

Spitler Peak
Spitler Peak

Trail Details

Difficulty: Difficult
Distance: 10.7
Elevation Change: 2505

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