A proven combination of performance and style. From shaping to sole grinds, every aspect of these wedges meets the demanding standards of eight-time Major winner and one of golf's greates wedge players - Tom Watson. Features:The Iron Mountain Trail hike is a fantastic way to get back to nature. You can take your whole family on this hike. You will notice lots of youngsters trying the Iron Mountain Trail hike in the middle of the day. There are all kinds of birds and woodland critters on this trail. One of the best things about this hike is the view of the Northern San Diego County and it's neighboring areas. The top of the trail provides you with a mouth watering view of San Diego. Carrying a map with you will help you identify the surrounding mountains. You will be able to enjoy views of Mr. Jefferson, the Three Sisters and Three Fingered Jack. During a clear day, one can also see Mt. Adams. You will also be able to see the North and South Fork Santiam Canyons along with the Browder Ridge, which is towards the southeast side of the Mountain.
The Iron Mountain Trail is a climb from the start to the finish. That's all you will be doing on this trail. The trail starts from a short distance off Highway 20 and then through meadows and forests until you reach a station on the peak. The trail gets really shaky around the peak, mostly gravel and rocks. You will find benches to sit on and rest at various locations along the trail. You will also find all kinds of plants and flowers on the trail to Iron Mountain. One of the most famous plants found on the mountain are red rock Penstemons. The best time to find these plants on Iron Mountain is mid summer, notably July.
In order to reach the trail you need to take I-5 onto the Lebanon exit and then go straight to Highway 20. From Highway 20 you go east for about 35 miles, after which you will reach Forest Road number 15. From Forest Road number 15 you take a right. You should be able to see Iron Mountain trail signs by now. There will be a parking space half a mile away from here, on the right side of the road. The trail starts at the point where Poway Road crosses CA 67. On your way you will encounter a side trail, going towards the north 0.25 miles in which takes you to the Ellie Staging Area. Keep going straight and after 1 and a half miles you will reach an intersection. Take a left from here and the path will take you straight to the peak, through hair pin turns and further elevation. On your way you will come across various colored wildflowers bringing with them a beautiful scent. There is also a picnic area on the peak. The trail closes when it is snowing in the winter but open for public the rest of the year.
Interesting Fact:
The mountain is called Iron mountain because it contains iron ore and also because it takes some bearing on you physically, to reach the top. After all, it is a 2,696 foot peak.
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