Near El Toro Trail
Lots of butterflies at the peak, species Antillea Pelops.
Near El Toro Trail
Clouds coming and going around the peak. Bromeliad growing on top of a tree.
Near El Toro Trail
The staircase section at the top of the trail.
Near El Toro Trail
A typical section of the trail.
Near El Toro Trail
One of the more interesting flowers along the trail

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El Toro Trail

5.0 (3 Ratings)
A worthwhile, sweaty hike to an open vista with a refreshing breeze at the peak.
2.4
mi
Distance
1,453
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.38mi
Distance
1,453ft
Elevation Gain
77ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
3,464ft
High Point
2,088ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
On one side of the road is the trailhead next to someone's house and yard. Across the road, is a small paved parking area that can fit five to six cars. The trail is alternating sections of gravel and dirt. There are two short, flat segments along the trail, and other than that, it's steady uphill. At the peak, there's a short staircase. There are no splits in the trail, so you won't have a way to accidentally get lost. The top is often cloudy. Sit down on the rocks for a while, cool off in the breeze, and watch the clouds come and go. There will be openings to look through every now and then, and you'll be able to see the northern and eastern coastlines. A number of colorful and/or elaborate flowers are visible as you progress through the trail.

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