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Zanja Peak Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Running trail in Yucaipa, California · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Zanja Peak 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 Zanja Peak Trailhead
“Definitely a steep but shoet distance hike with multiple different trails, easy parking, quiet, clean, I saw several bikers on thr trail, praise to them.”
“Awesome walk, super serine and beautiful.”
I have been to several local hikes but this has to be one of the best. Moderate hike. Steep in some areas. Take trekking poles if you have them and plenty of water. Once at the top you will be greeted with excellent views of the surrounding mountains, hills, and cities.
5.5 mile loop around Zanja peak, at moderate difficulty. It took me almost 3 hours. I saw others running the trail, but not me. Steady pace, 1000+ elevations, bring your backpack.
Good short hike. 5 mike round trip. Intermediate level. Almost 500 elevation gain
Definitely a steep but shoet distance hike with multiple different trails, easy parking, quiet, clean, I saw several bikers on thr trail, praise to them. Definitely will come back. Not far from Jose's. You see the view of different mountain peaks. Sadly as you can see in my pics the sky's were covered 😔
Trail conditions & character
“This is one of my favorite hikes in the area, because of its nice views to everywhere around these hills.”
“Definitely a steep but shoet distance hike with multiple different trails, easy parking, quiet, clean, I saw several bikers on thr trail, praise to them.”
“Definitely a steep but shoet distance hike with multiple different trails, easy parking, quiet, clean, I saw several bikers on thr trail, praise to them.”
“The trailhead is well maintained with maps and stuff but there is no restrooms there, and my car got broken into on a Friday afternoon.”
Plan your run at Zanja Peak Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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