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San Juan Trail (Upper Trailhead)
4.6 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Running trail in Lake Elsinore, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from San Juan Trail (Upper Trailhead)'s own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about San Juan Trail (Upper Trailhead)
“Except for the mtn bikes - this a great trail with great views.”
Try San Juan Loop trail off Ortega Hwy it's a 2 mile hike with lots of water flowing. Has look out points..
Moderate hike I highly recommend for avid hikers looking for a beatiful socal landscape
A true wilderness trail. Went with a MTB so was a bit challenging, if hiking it is moderate
Beautiful. You can hike or bike. Not wide enough for strollers. We did see one rattle snake so wear ankle high boots and pants. Lush greenery and high dessert sort of plants too. Wear sunblock.
Trail conditions & character
“Except for the mtn bikes - this a great trail with great views.”
Plan your run at San Juan Trail (Upper Trailhead)
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitefs.usda.gov
- Phone+1 951-736-1811
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Running trails near Lake Elsinore
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
