Elevation: 6,193 ft.
Miles: 9.0
Location: California, United States
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
The road to Combs Peak trailhead was not an easy one. It started with a narrow 5 mile dirt road leading to the PCT trailhead that veered off from the main paved road. It was recommended to utilize a 4 x 4 vehicle or high clearance vehicle. My vehicle did not fall under that category; however, I figured I'll give it a shot. It turned out to be a slow, bumpy ride. I was only able to make it half way through the dirt road due to a small rocky creek that had cut through the road. I decided to park the vehicle along the road and hike the remaining 2.5 miles to the trailhead making the journey twice as long than anticipated.
Notice the creek at the bottom
Combs Peak is the highest point of the isolated mini mountain range in northern San Diego county. The view from the summit gives you the best views of Mts. San Jacinto, San Gorgonio, San Antonio and the other notable peaks in the northern counties due to its lofty status and geographic location.
A reminder to always use caution as the loose soil makes the steps slippery at times which I ended up learning the hard way using my hands to absorb the impact of the fall.
Should have brought a glove
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