Cucamonga Peak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cucamonga Peak |
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Cucamonga Peak from Victoria Gardens, 2008.
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 8,862 ft (2,701 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 1,299 ft (396 m) |
| Listing | Hundred Peaks Section |
| Geography | |
| Location | San Bernardino County, California, U.S. |
| Parent range | San Gabriel Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Cucamonga Peak |
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| Easiest route | Trail Hike, class 1 |
Cucamonga Peak is a really tall mountain in the San Gabriel Mountains! It's located in San Bernardino County, California, and its top reaches an amazing 8,862 feet high. This peak is part of the beautiful Cucamonga Wilderness, which is inside the San Bernardino National Forest. The mountain got its name from an old Mexican land grant called Rancho Cucamonga that was located nearby way back in the 1800s.
About Cucamonga Peak
This impressive mountain stands tall over many cities in the Inland Empire. You can see it from places like Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, and Fontana.
If you are traveling on Interstate 15 towards Las Vegas, you can spot the summit west of Cajon Pass. On very clear days, you might even see Cucamonga Peak from far away. It's visible from San Jacinto Peak, which is about 46 miles southeast. You can also see it from Irvine, about 55 miles south, and even from Santa Monica to the far west.
Hiking to the Top
If you love to hike, Cucamonga Peak offers an exciting adventure! The trail to the very top starts in a place called Icehouse Canyon. From there, a special Forest Service trail (number 7W07) leads you to Icehouse Saddle.
The Cucamonga Peak Trail
Once you reach Icehouse Saddle, you'll find the Cucamonga Peak Trail (number 7W04). This trail will take you all the way to the summit. The entire round trip, from start to finish and back, is about 14 miles long. During this hike, you will climb about 4,300 feet in elevation.
Important Hiking Tips
Before you go, remember that you need a special permit to hike in this wilderness area. It's a good idea to bring a warm jacket or a windbreaker. As you get closer to the summit, there isn't much shelter from the wind or cold. Depending on the time of year, you might also find snow on certain parts of the trail.
