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Northern Tier of the Santa Rita by pseudalpine Overview
Obviously, several approach options are possible to summit peak 6189. This guide describes a decent route from the east side of Mount Fagan. Two other approaches are: 1) from the south via Helvetia Road near McCleary Canyon or 2) a shorter option (legality unknown) from the northwest via Houghton Road and East Ocotillo Rim Trail. Hike Northwest of the 5102 turnabout is a spur road that descends steeply west to another turnabout. From this salt lick saddle, faint game trails crisscross the east-facing hillside below 5420. Link the least resistive paths, steeply ascending the grassy and rocky slope aiming for the south side of 5420. There are a few trees here and there as another saddle is crossed to gain the northeastern ridgeline of Mount Fagan. The track becomes mostly easier to follow and isn't as steep for the rest of this final scenic section to the summit.
Stats for the official route are roundtrip from the Lake Road (FR 2862). A trip will probably be more mileage and AEG as listed since most hikers will start from various points along the East Fagan Foothills 5102 loop depending on their mood and/or vehicle capabilities. Check out the Official Route and Triplogs. Leave No Trace and +Add a Triplog after your hike to support this local community. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
