Margarita Peak

Margarita Peak
View of Margarita Peak looking west
Highest point
Elevation 3,193 ft (973 m)  NAVD 88[1]
Prominence 1,029 ft (314 m) [2]
Coordinates 33°26′40″N 117°23′26″W / 33.44445485°N 117.390609547°W / 33.44445485; -117.390609547Coordinates: 33°26′40″N 117°23′26″W / 33.44445485°N 117.390609547°W / 33.44445485; -117.390609547 [1]
Geography
Location San Diego County, California
Parent range Santa Margarita Mountains
Topo map USGS Margarita Peak
Climbing
Easiest route Trail

Margarita Peak is a prominent mountain in San Diego County. It is 9 miles (14 km) southwest of Murrieta Hot Springs and 9 miles (14 km) northwest of Fallbrook. Its 3,193-foot (973 m) summit is the 32nd most prominent peak in San Diego County. Margarita Peak is owned by the Fallbrook Land Conservancy, which has closed public access to the peak and the surrounding Margarita Peak Preserve for biological studies and sensitive habitat.[3] The trail to the peak was relatively little-used and not known by many people. It was considered one of San Diego's greatest hidden gems, due to the breathtaking 360-degree panorama views at the top. The main trail begins on Margarita Road after the end of Tenaja Road 13 miles (21 km) southwest of I-15 and leads to nearby Margarita Lookout. Persons attempting to reach the peak must use a steep, poorly maintained firebreak that connects to the main trail. The hike to the top is 3 miles (4.8 km) each way.

Views

On clear days, visibility ranges from 60 to 70 miles (97 to 113 km) in every direction. To the west, the Pacific Ocean, the Coronado Islands of Mexico, the coastline of San Diego County and Long Beach, and the Channel Islands can be seen. To the north, San Gorgonio, Mount Baldy, Santiago Peak, and the San Jacintos are seen. Looking east, Agua Tibia Mountain and the Palomar Mountain range are visible. On very clear days, Santa Rosa Peak and Toro Peak may also be seen. To the south, Cuyamaca Peak can be seen on a very clear day. To the south are San Miguel Mountain in San Diego County, as well as the foreground of Encinitas, San Marcos, and Escondido.

References

  1. 1 2 "Margarita". NGS data sheet. U.S. National Geodetic Survey. Retrieved 2014-01-31.
  2. ↑ "Margarita Peak, California". Peakbagger.com. Retrieved 2013-01-27.
  3. ↑ Fallbrook Land Conservancy. "Margarita Peak Preserve". Fallbrook Land Conservancy. Retrieved 23 June 2018.
  • Margarita Peak Preserve at Fallbrook Conservancy
  • "Margarita Peak". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.
  • Margarita Peak Summit Panoramic on YouTube
  • Margarita Peak Website
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