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Jamul Mountains

California

Elevation Range

1,500 ft - 3,566 ft

Notable Peaks

2

Coordinates

32.6788, -116.8837

About Jamul Mountains

The Jamul Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in southeastern San Diego County, California. Characterized by steep, chaparral-covered slopes and deep canyons, the range rises from the surrounding deserts and rolling foothills. The terrain is generally steep and rocky, with a mix of exposed ridges, canyons, and intermittent streams. Elevations range from around 1,500 feet to the highest point at Jamul Mountain at 3,053 feet.

Notable Peaks

Jamul Mountain

3,053 ft

Otay Mountain

3,566 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Jamul, CA
Chula Vista, CA

Location

California

32.6788, -116.8837

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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