The M Hike is a 3.3 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Moreno Valley, California that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Parking lot is open from 7am to Sunset and costs $5
It was tough in the beginning but with enough water and proper nutrition, snd music I was able to accomplish it.
Not for a beginner, made it a mile the returned. Hiking pole would be helpful, very steep climbs.
The trail is mostly wash areas from rain and water. I'd recommend it if you're in for a good workout and nice scenery. beginners beware you can lose the trail in some areas but there is cell signal the entire route to the "M".
*WARNING* my car as well as another car were broken into while we were up the trail - keep bags/valuables hidden (luckily mine were in the trunk). Be safe y’all. Other than that, Really awesome trail. Pretty steady incline up with bits of intense incline. I did it with my three year old and took several stops on the way up but she made it just fine. Took us about 4 hours total (probably just under 2 had I been by myself.)
Great hike. Inclines can get brutal. Come down you hit some slippery slops and easy to get lost if you don’t follow the app.