Name: Prow of El Cajon Mountain (a.k.a. South Ridge Trail)
Rating: 3.9

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The South Ridge Trail is not a through trail to the El Cajon Mountain Summit. It terminates at the El Cajon Mountain Mitigation Preserve at the top of the 'El Cap Prow.' The Preserve is strictly off-limits to public access due to endangered species protection requirements.

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This is a cool route but it is not for the faint of heart. I'd have been reluctant to try it if I hadn't been with an experienced hiking group that had done it before. Those sensitive to heights or some exposure should take proper precautions or look elsewhere.

The South Ridge Trail is not a through trail to the El Cajon Mountain Summit. It terminates at the El Cajon Mountain Mitigation Preserve, shortly after you gain the plateau at the top of the 'El Cap Prow.' The Preserve is owned and managed by The San Diego River Park Foundation, and is strictly off-limits to public access due to endangered species protection requirements.