Distance

5.0 mi to summit

8.7 mi total

Elevation

1,685 ft start

3,356 ft max

Vertical

1,916 ft gain

Time

4 hr 30 min to summit

6 hr 39 min total

We had some lower than normal temps this weekend, so I wanted to sneak in another low-elevation hike before the temps get well over 100. This route was pretty easy, never getting over class 2. The breeze along the summit ridges was pleasant and the temps were fairly mild, as forecasted.

Route name

Capuchin Peak 8.7 mi route

loop
Obstacles

rockfall/loose rock

Key gear

GPS device

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