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Mount Rubidoux
Elevation 1399'

An Excellent Adventure in the Sawtooths
May 17, 2025
33.9839°N / 117.3931°W

Mount Rubidoux makes for a popular hike in Riverside California. Its is part of a city park, with a paved trail leading to the summit, providing great views of the surrounding area. It’s a great little hike, but very popular, so get there early if you want to find a parking spot on a weekend morning.

	I headed out for a morning hike while on a family vacation, and was lucky to nab a parking spot amidst hikers and little leaguers. I then made my way up San Andreas Avenue to the park entrance.
	There is a nice paved trail leading up the mountain, but with enough incline for a good workout.
	Further up, I got a good view of Rattlesnake Mountain, which I’d hiked earlier in the week.
	Crowds thinned as I neared the top, which is home to an impressive cross.
	Summit view from Mount Rubidoux.
	On the way down, I took the backside trail, which passes under this neat walkway and tower.
	Map of my route. Just over 3 miles and 500' elevation gain round trip, in 1 hour of hiking.

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