San Mateo Canyon Wilderness
- 9,700 acres, South of Highway 74
- hiking near Temecula, California
- between Camp Pendleton & Lake Elsinore
- moderate to steep terrain
- vegetation chaparral on slopes
- riparian vegetation in stream channels
- oak woodland at lower elevations
- accessible by several routes off Hwy 74
- accessible by dirt roads
- some access routes may be closed in wet weather
- best times to visit are spring & fall
- wood fires prohibited
- portable stoves permitted
- visitor permit required
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- Cleveland National Forest
- Trabuco Ranger District
1147 East Sixth Street
Corona, CA 91719
714-736-1811
- San Mateo Wilderness Map
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California, off the beaten path