Cactus Springs Trail
Santa Rosa Wilderness, Riverside County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Santa Rosa Wilderness, Riverside County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 19.5 mi (31.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,688 ft (1,124 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 10 min
- High point
- 5,174 ft (1,577 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Spring: Cactus Spring 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from start
- Spring: Agua Alta Spring 18 mi (29 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Cactus Springs Trail
How long is Cactus Springs Trail?
Cactus Springs Trail is 19.5 mi (31.3 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 10 min. It climbs 3,688 ft (1,124 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,174 ft (1,577 m).
How hard is Cactus Springs Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Cactus Springs Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Cactus Springs Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped. 2 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Cactus Springs Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (18% under trees).
What can you do on Cactus Springs Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Cactus Springs Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Martinez Mountain Trail Santa Rosa Wilderness · Hard · 5 mi (8.1 km)
- Live Oak Springs Trail Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument · Expert · 15.7 mi (25.3 km)
- Art Smith trail Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument · Expert · 14.4 mi (23.1 km)
- Hopalong Cassidy Trail Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument · Hard · 7.9 mi (12.8 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap