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Many large cactus line the canyon floor.
A wide road makes for easy walking.
Santiago Peak looming in the distance.
Many views along the exposed path.
Santa Ana Mountains.
Looking back at Bells Canyon.
Oso Trail weaving right marks the way back.
Views from the ridge in Caspers Wilderness Park.
Panorama just after the rest area.
Possible trail to shorten the loop.
Wide road trail for much of the hike.
Many cactus dot the side of the path.
A welcome tree to rest in the shade.
Returning to the trees on the way back.
Hundreds of cacti appear along the route.
East Ridge Trail yields a few last views.