Just got a 4runner 5th gen I fucking love it never have I off-road or thought of off roading but driving her in the city just doesn't do her justice she calling for this type of thing lol
Bro, Santiago Peak is essentially in my backyard! One of my favorite trails to hit when I just want to get out for a few and enjoy the views with my wife. The Corona side (Bedford) offers a little more challenge than the Silverado (Orange County) side when heading up--also has some fun short offshoots with deep mogul crossruts. Hit us up next time and we'll join you guys!
@@Michael_Tran Nah man. It's not bad. A couple of sections that have been dug out a bit with deep ruts but you should be fine; it's just more "terrain" than the Silverado side (which IMO is almost like a paved dirt road! Lol. There are a couple side offshoots that have deep crossruts but are optional. Unlike other Jeep guys, I don't downplay trails and say everything is "easy" because everyone has different vehicles and easy for a vehicle with 42" tires, 6 inch lift with lockers may not be for say someone with a crossover suv. Hey, when are you getting your 4x4? End of the year?
@@4122inc I agree, so many variable when it comes to off roading. I've been researching like crazy but it's such a crazy market right now with trucks, might be a few months before I can get the exact one I want.
Cool video. Thanks for posting your adventures...I'm binge watching! I have an older 2002 RWD Ford Expedition that was my father's that he gave me as he's too old to drive now. He only put 85k miles on it in 21 years!. I put some bigger tires on the stock wheels and decided to take it out yesterday based on your videos. I got to the last part of the road up to the peak but it was too rocky and rutted and I kept spinning and couldn't get to the top. There were a few folks who couldn't make it and had to back out. Lots of learning. I didn't air down my tires which may have helped but who knows. I had a bunch of fun. Thanks!
Nice man...glad these videos are helpful in your own adventure. Section of that trail at the top can be rutted after rain and many people going up there. I've seen snow up there too and it can be a challenge for 2wd for sure. Definitely a good learning trail
Just went yesterday. It’s been flooding and raining heavy and I encountered somewhat deep ruts on the last section up to the top up by modjeska peak. I’m running a 4x4 3rd gen 4runner on 32s with open diffs and stock suspension. I just BARELY was able to do it. I scraped my bottom a few times and had to send it up in 4low a few times. I reached an obstacle I thought I couldn’t do but was too narrow to turn around so I literally had to just send it up the hill or try to reserve back. Made it just fine but I nearly crapped myself this wound up being a good test for my rig. Don’t recommend if you’re afraid of heights lol.
Yea, it's really cool at sunset. It's the MBRP www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F6ZX1AO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01F6ZX1AO&linkCode=as2&tag=michaeltranou-20&linkId=ddc40d7427ac8dc49538c48b8f2c8c5c
Yea, it's super easy but fun at the same time. Yes, I got the MBRP 3inch cutback. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F6ZX1AO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01F6ZX1AO&linkCode=as2&tag=michaeltranou-20&linkId=ddc40d7427ac8dc49538c48b8f2c8c5c
Bro, I love your videos!! I just purchased a 2021 Jeep Willys a few days ago! I’ve never gone off roading before but I definitely want to start so I’ve been looking for easy trails In the Los Angeles/ OC area. Do you think my Jeep/skill level would be suitable to do this trail?
Thanks for watching man...appreciate the support. Is your Jeep a 4x4? Most of the trail you seen on my videos can be done in 2WD and easy for any 4x4 if you don't take any crazy offshoots haha
Yes I did...however there's a few different paths to go up and down. However I keep hearing they closed it down. Maybe summer time it's better for those routes.
I've only done the maples spring up and down...however there's a few the connects to the other side of the mountain to Lake Elsinore. However it depends on the weather and fire...sometime those are closed. Ive yet to do it from the other direction though.
Depends on what you need it for...I use my Tacoma for work therefore I like having a truck. But a 4Runner would be my choice if im looking for overlanding only
Love this trail ! The filled up the ruts at the very top wich was my favorite part
It was definitely my first trail and also Holy Jim haha
Looks very fun, always love to see the taco in action!
It's a fun trail for beginner for sure, but the view is amazing.
Just got a 4runner 5th gen I fucking love it never have I off-road or thought of off roading but driving her in the city just doesn't do her justice she calling for this type of thing lol
Nice! Yea even in stock form these trucks and suvs are build to go exploring. Unfortunately most don't use them for their intention.
Bro, Santiago Peak is essentially in my backyard! One of my favorite trails to hit when I just want to get out for a few and enjoy the views with my wife. The Corona side (Bedford) offers a little more challenge than the Silverado (Orange County) side when heading up--also has some fun short offshoots with deep mogul crossruts. Hit us up next time and we'll join you guys!
Didn't know the Corona side was harder, yea definitely gonna check it out next time. Thanks for the infos bro!
@@Michael_Tran Don't get me wrong, it isn't the Rubicon Trail, but it's more rocky and rutty than coming up the Silverado side ;-)
@@4122inc Lol...not looking for too crazy. That sounds perfect for testing out the 2WD even more haha
@@Michael_Tran Nah man. It's not bad. A couple of sections that have been dug out a bit with deep ruts but you should be fine; it's just more "terrain" than the Silverado side (which IMO is almost like a paved dirt road! Lol. There are a couple side offshoots that have deep crossruts but are optional. Unlike other Jeep guys, I don't downplay trails and say everything is "easy" because everyone has different vehicles and easy for a vehicle with 42" tires, 6 inch lift with lockers may not be for say someone with a crossover suv.
Hey, when are you getting your 4x4? End of the year?
@@4122inc I agree, so many variable when it comes to off roading. I've been researching like crazy but it's such a crazy market right now with trucks, might be a few months before I can get the exact one I want.
My go to trail, living in Irvine this is 20 mins from my house so it’s a nice get away
Yea, you're super close by. Its about 40 mins away from me...see all the time for the house.
Bro thanks for this vid!! I took my lifted Impreza here last week and it kicked ass made it all the way up!!
Nice man! I wonder with all the rain there's probably lots of snow on the peak right now
Cool video. Thanks for posting your adventures...I'm binge watching!
I have an older 2002 RWD Ford Expedition that was my father's that he gave me as he's too old to drive now. He only put 85k miles on it in 21 years!. I put some bigger tires on the stock wheels and decided to take it out yesterday based on your videos. I got to the last part of the road up to the peak but it was too rocky and rutted and I kept spinning and couldn't get to the top. There were a few folks who couldn't make it and had to back out. Lots of learning. I didn't air down my tires which may have helped but who knows. I had a bunch of fun. Thanks!
Nice man...glad these videos are helpful in your own adventure. Section of that trail at the top can be rutted after rain and many people going up there. I've seen snow up there too and it can be a challenge for 2wd for sure. Definitely a good learning trail
Nice time you guys go off-road I will like enjoy. I have Tacoma 4x4 🔥🔥🔥
Good to know that I can go up there too, in my 2nd gen Taco TRD Off Road prerunner 2WD.
Definitely doable in 2WD
Looks fun. Can’t wait to try it with my F150
You'll love it, try to go and see the sunset here.
Just went yesterday. It’s been flooding and raining heavy and I encountered somewhat deep ruts on the last section up to the top up by modjeska peak. I’m running a 4x4 3rd gen 4runner on 32s with open diffs and stock suspension. I just BARELY was able to do it. I scraped my bottom a few times and had to send it up in 4low a few times. I reached an obstacle I thought I couldn’t do but was too narrow to turn around so I literally had to just send it up the hill or try to reserve back. Made it just fine but I nearly crapped myself this wound up being a good test for my rig. Don’t recommend if you’re afraid of heights lol.
Oh wow...didn't realized it had gotten bad with all the rain. Thanks for the update man...I will hit it up soon to see the condition.
Looks like a great trip!!
Fun, easy late night run
Auntie in her RAV4 be like what took u guys so long 😜
She would too haha
It’s beautiful up there at sunset. I’m up there all the time for work. Perhaps see you on the road sometime!
Im sure...iam on that trail quite often just for fun
The Ace Ventura reference 😂😂
Haha...yup. love that movie.
Are your trucks automatic or stick shift??? And 4x4 or 2wd???
Thanks I enjoyed watching this video 😊
This truck is a automatic 2wd no locker
Awsome video! I need to get my 2nd gen taco up there soon, what exhaust do you have on your taco?
Yea, it's really cool at sunset. It's the MBRP
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Right in my backyard!!!
Im about 30mins away
Cool video! Can a 2wd 4runner make this?
Hey man I’m gonna but this area up for my first time this weekend, would you recommend taking Silverado up or Harding trail?
Just went this morning, was super fun, unfortunately a tesla got stuck and alot of trucks had to back out
really? A suv Tesla or a sedan
Gonnna try this trail with my 2WD Tacoma. Do you have an aftermarket exhaust? Thing sounds mean!
Yea, it's super easy but fun at the same time. Yes, I got the MBRP 3inch cutback.
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Bro, I love your videos!! I just purchased a 2021 Jeep Willys a few days ago! I’ve never gone off roading before but I definitely want to start so I’ve been looking for easy trails In the Los Angeles/ OC area. Do you think my Jeep/skill level would be suitable to do this trail?
Thanks for watching man...appreciate the support. Is your Jeep a 4x4? Most of the trail you seen on my videos can be done in 2WD and easy for any 4x4 if you don't take any crazy offshoots haha
@@Michael_Tran Yes it’s a 4 x 4, and awesome im glad to hear that then!
@@Mr.GetDough. Yea, you will be fine. Just make sure those trails in the mountains has no ice haha
@@Michael_Tran Sounds good!! Do I have to lower my PSI for Santiago’s Peak, lytle creek, and cleghorn??
@@Mr.GetDough. It's best if you do for comfort as well as better foot print. Around 20psi is usually how I air down to.
nice location! I haven't been there yet!
It's a cool trail for sure. Can see all of Orange County
How long does it take, trail head to summit? Great Video!
Thanks...if you go straight up under and hr for sure. Not hard
For maple spring road do you need to lower your tire psi ?
What type of lifts do you have? Starting to look into lifting my Off Road 2WD as well.
This is my setup at the moment
You can look in the description and it should show you the lift kits and springs im using...great overall and not pricey
did his 4runner get pin stripped on this trail? i want to do this train in my 4 runner
shouldn't be any pinstripe areas...mostly open unless you get to close to the brushes
Always wanted to ask is that your stock exhaust?
Its an aftermarket exhaust...3in catback by MBRP
@@Michael_Tran beast
Whoo, first! 😎
Nice!
Hey bro can we make some carne asada on top of the hil?
I think you can cook if it's in a propane stove top.
Do you air down for this trail? Do you recommend?
Not needed...it's pretty hard dirt but does help with traction if you do. I didn't cause I've done this trail many time.
After a rainy day yes
Last time I went up there some guy in a bmw tried going up lmao
When you get up their do you come back down the same path ?
Yes I did...however there's a few different paths to go up and down. However I keep hearing they closed it down. Maybe summer time it's better for those routes.
@@Michael_Tran okay , thanks for the reply. I’m a beginner. Do you know of any routes that are open right now ?
@@thatswhatshesaid3406 I think best bet is explore the desert right now. Anza Borrego is a good place to explore without needing a lot of experience
Did you have to air down at all?
Just around 25psi...but not needed
Do you need an adventure pass for this??
I have the National park pass and covered national forest
Is there a trail for traveling up and another down or is if one main for up and down?
I've only done the maples spring up and down...however there's a few the connects to the other side of the mountain to Lake Elsinore. However it depends on the weather and fire...sometime those are closed. Ive yet to do it from the other direction though.
Do you know if you get a signal up there if you get a flat?
What should I get a 4Runner or a Tacoma?
Depends on what you need it for...I use my Tacoma for work therefore I like having a truck. But a 4Runner would be my choice if im looking for overlanding only
Lol I've driven through there with my crown vic.
Yea it's not hard
@@Michael_Tran over landers are modern day ricers. It's hilarious
Same way down the mountain?
Yes
Can you overnight up there or anywhere on along the trail ?
Not on this trail unfortunately
what are the coordinates for the trail ?
Is this a one way trail? Can a stock jeep renegade do this?
It's a two way trail but some section can be narrow...most stock vehicle with a bit of clearance is fine
@@Michael_Tran Thank you sir appreciate it
Stock xj can do it
Any chance a crosstrek can survive this?
Would this be a easy trail to do at night in the dark?
Yea, the main trail is not hard...but the offshoot can be gnarly. I've seen people flip on some of these offshoot.
Would I be able to ride my dirt bike here? Or is it illegal?
Iam not sure...I've seen bikes up there but you should look it up
Why you didn’t get 4x4 taco? Or try to swar your transmission to 4x4 , 😅
Bought this Tacoma almost 5 years ago for work, only recently got into off roading.
@@Michael_Tran like your videos inspiring to do off road on 2wd i have my 4runner 2wd and want to try the trail that you done😁
@@arizescobido5012 Yea man, get out there and have fun...that's my motto haha
Where is that sexy Ranger that was on your last video ?
Haha...he didn't go this trail, it was a last minute run just to see the light bar
Would a stock height Tacoma make it up ?
Yea
Are you able to bring dirt bikes on this trail that aren’t street legal ?
Im not sure...I've never seen dirt bike or quad on this trail so I'm assuming it a no...but I can be wrong.
You have to be street legal. But I've seen plenty of kids riding their dirtbikes and quads up. Got to be careful for the Ranger though he can get ya
@@mrmustache8735 so atvs are ok to take?
Mine is registered and everything.. thinking of taking my atv on my taco
@@jonathanguerrero9647 you have to be plated
Hey man drop a pin point for this trail!!
Coordinates should be in the video
I just got a 2019 Tacoma sr5 but it’s 4 cylinder can I make it ?
I think it's fine..don't try any of the offshoot and it's not hard at all
How do I find it just put it in Apple Maps
What do I actually search for ?
@@christiandominguez4888 Santiago Peak via Maple Spring on AllTrail app. I believe they're open
Is it still open ?
I think so
where is the entrance to this trail ??
Maple spring trailhead
Can you camp here ?
Unfortunately no
Yes
Nobody will stop you
Anyone available to give me a ride please☹
Did you have to air down at all?
Not need, but I did for comfort around 20psi on my back tires
what are the coordinates for the trail ?