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Difficulty
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Hard
Elevation
This reflects the total elevation gained throughout this route as measured by the GPS file. This includes all ascents and descents, and is higher than what is quoted in most route guides, which simply measure the distance between the starting-point and high-point of the route.
1,250 m
Distance
This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
10.1 km
Duration
This reflects the estimated time the majority of users will take on this trail. If you are slower, add time to the top-end figure. If you are fast, then you may complete this route faster than this time range.
5-7.5h
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Register Ridge to Mount San Antonio Hike Route Guide

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The Register Ridge to Mount San Antonio Hike is equal parts scenic and incredibly challenging. While out on the trail, you will visit a viewpoint for the San Antonio Falls, before traversing a steep slope on the way to the scenic summit of Mount San Antonio. Make sure to have your adventure pass visible in your car prior to setting out on your hike.

Route Description for Register Ridge to Mount San Antonio Hike

Prepare yourself for an intense climb and plenty of leg burn if you plan on hiking Register Ridge to Mount San Antonio. If you want to work extra hard for some rewarding views, then this is certainly the trail for you!

Setting out from the trailhead, you will follow Baldy Road for a short distance to the viewpoint for the San Antonio Falls, where you can gaze out at the cascading water before continuing on your journey. After making a left on the Baldy Bowl Trail, you will keep right at the next fork to begin the steep and intense climb up Register Ridge to the summit of Mount Harwood.

After trudging uphill and regaining your breath, continue on to the northwest to reach the summit of Mount San Antonio. After taking in the views, turn back along the trail – this time skipping the summit of Mount Harwood – and follow the same steep route downhill to return to the trailhead where you began.

Getting to the Register Ridge to Mount San Antonio Hike Trailhead

The trailhead for this hike can be found at the car park in Manker Flats on Mt Baldy Road.

Route Information for Register Ridge to Mount San Antonio Hike

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    May-October

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes - On Leash

  • Family friendly:

    No

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Lollipop

Register Ridge to Mount San Antonio Hike Elevation Graph

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