Park outside the gate and go up. If you go from the east side, it's a tad technical at the top. Do the loop as shown in the route attached below.
W6/SC-331 – San Marcos Mountains (HP)
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| Summit & Travel Info | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit ID: W6/SC-331 | Name: San Marcos Mountains (HP) | Points: 1 | |
| Route Type: Hike | Round Trip: 1 mi. | Gain: 5.1 ft | |
| Starting point (lat/lon): 997 | Area(s): San Diego | ||