Mt. Solmar
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This challenging hike brings you 440 feet over Lands End, with unbelievable peak views. It's located on private land, but the owner offers guided climbs.
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  • Erin R
    Indiana20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Climbing with Enrique and the dogs
    We climbed Mt Solmar with Enrique and his dogs! It was absolutely amazing. We had no idea what we were getting ourselves into, but we were so glad we did this climb! The most amazing views from the top. Enrique is a man that runs a dog kennel right near the Hotel Solmar. He takes the public and his dogs up the mountain daily (except Saturday) at 8am. This is something difficult to describe except to say you truly follow a pack of dogs and this man up a trail (not for the faint at heart) until you reach the top! We stayed at the top for about 20-30 minutes taking in the view and then followed the dogs and Enrique back down again! It was magical! So happy we did this…Enrique was kind and interesting! He cared so much about the animals and nature! We were up and back down in about 2 hours—wear your athletic shoes! Most people tipped Enrique at the end too! Worth every penny!
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 19 March 2023
  • Jessica R
    Keller, Texas6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful view, must do!
    This hike was amazing! The views are incredible. We had a group of about 60 people, so the line was long, if you were towards the back, you missed most of the explanation, but close to the front was great! We went slow enough for everyone to keep up. I'm afraid of heights and there were some spots I was pretty nervous but overall it was fantastic! Also, we come down a different way than you go up, so that way is much easier to come down!
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 27 March 2023
  • Bob B
    Calgary, Canada3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The view at the top is great, but you will be tired going up and the hike down is equally precarious. Make sure you have
    Exhausting hike but worth it. The first 1/2 is steep but easy, the second 1/2 is scrambling, you will need 2 hands to help your way up. You hike at your own pace so make sure you stop to catch you or breathe and turn around to catch the fantastic views. The hike on the way down is equally precarious. My legs were like rubber when finished.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 29 March 2023
  • Rob R
    United States3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Cabo San Lucas - Mt Solmar hike and climb.
    We go to Cabo San Lucas often and this has been a great activity. It is challenging and rewarding. You need to be there by 8:00am. Closed on Saturdays. It takes about an hour to go up which starts with hiking then towards the upper half includes climbing. You will use your hands. We recommend a good pair of closed toe tennis shoes or hiking shoes. Once at the top you will have a nice rest for 20-30 minutes and enjoy the fantastic views of the land, the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean. It will take about an hour to get back down. We recommend Mama Royal’s Cafe for a late breakfast. I did use a trekking pole which I’m glad I brought but most people do not. Gloves are also great if you have them and a bottle of water when you get to the top.
    Visited April 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 3 April 2023
  • briellalexene
    Baltimore, Maryland9 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth It If You Can Handle the Risk
    Honestly a really pretty and fun hike! Gorgeous views from the top! I did the hike with my husband in January (ideal cooler weather) with a VERY large crowd of people. I was intimidated when I first heard about it, but with such a large group, it was a *very* slow hike, which made it quite manageable. If you're not too steady on your feet, I would not recommend. While I loved it, my husband did not feel that the risk/treacherousness of the hike was worth it (I disagree).
    Visited January 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 14 April 2023
  • Dwayne H
    Salem, Oregon4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Loved this Hike!
    Contacted Enrique via WhatsApp (+52 624 122 1316) and he takes groups up from Sunday to Friday at 8:00am. Great hike and even steep inclines are easy to navigate if you've done any hiking before. Make sure to pack water and camera/phone for amazing pics! My teenage kids loved the dogs being on the hike:-) Would absolutely recommend this as part of your Cabo experience! Our family stayed in San Jose del Cabo and caught the purple bus (40 pesos each) and walked across the Marina to the dog shelter. After the hike, make sure to walk 200 yards to the local beach and take a dip:-)
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 16 July 2023
  • jkobey
    Houston, Texas10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mt Solmar hike with dogs!
    Beautiful views! Excellent detox. Arrive at 8am at the dog training camp for the 8:15am hike. No reservations. Enrique is passionate about sharing his knowledge of the land. The dogs are a joy to hike with. Bring water. Distance is not far (maybe a mile) but you are climbing. Probably took 1.5 hrs total.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 24 July 2023
  • maximman
    60 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well worth it
    The Dog Whisperer was a great guide. He not only gave us an amazing trip, he gave us a history lesson on Cabo. Very easy to find on the back side of the marina next to the Naval Station. The dogs were a trip too. There is one that will carry rocks instead of a ball. Great hike for anyone, but could be challenging to some. No cost to hike, but tips are for the dogs. Get there at 8:00 and try not to be late or you will miss part of the history lesson.
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 17 August 2023
  • Leanne T
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hike with Dogs and Views
    This was a fun experience! The views from the top are amazing! The guide has a bunch of dogs that hike with you. As a dog lover, this was one of my favorite parts of the hike. The hike was challenging in some spots but definitely doable! If you are an experienced hiker, start towards the front of the group, so you can go faster. There are spots you can stop if you need a break. Bring a lot of water because it does get hot.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 6 October 2023
  • Amy H
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Loved this hike!
    We took this hike on a Sunday morning with Enrique and the dogs. It was such a great hike, and Enrique gave such good information and had a lot of energy. The trail does get a little bit technical and rock scrambly, but if you are in average shape, it will be no problem for you.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 14 November 2023
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LightPacker389592
San Antonio, TX46 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Solo
Way better than I expected! Easy hike , rewarded w spectacular views. You can definitely go as a family- lots kids maybe 8-10 and up. Plenty of time to soak in the views at the top. The guide is quirky, passionate and lays out the rules clearly at the beginning.
No advantage getting there early. 15-20$ 30 min Uber from nobu. Rec los claros for lunch at the marina- delicious ! Go on this hike!
Written 23 February 2024
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Cheryl M
25 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Friends
Took the hike today! It was definitely more challenging than I expected from all of the reviews that I have read. It’s very steep for novice climbers once you pass the flat rock on the way up. Once you get to the top the views are amazing and then you get to spend some time with the dogs. If you are a slow climber or near the end (our group was close to 100 people) you can’t hear Enrique and he is AMAZING! Once we started to head down my legs were jelly and I admittedly had to do some of it on my butt. I am so glad I did it but I don’t think I am cut out for doing it again. I order to be truthful in this review my husband was bit (fairly superficially) by one of the dogs when we were standing waiting to get into the dog daycare. We did not tell anyone because we knew that it was at our own risk. I would recommend this to anyone that feels that they can climb moderate rocks. I would not have felt comfortable bringing my 77 year old father.
Written 20 February 2024
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TraciS
Riverside, MO75 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Couples
This is a guided hike with Enrique, who is also a dog trainer and has his kennel at the base of Mt Solmar. We arrived at his gate prior to 8am & shortly after he unlocks the gate to let the hikers in. (maybe 75 of us) He educates you about the area prior to starting. The dogs accompany you on the hike. The final 1/3 of the ascent is difficult. (uses your hands to grip rocks & pull yourself up) The first 1/3 of the descent can be difficult as well and you'll use your quadriceps for sure. Wear sturdy shoes, maybe a light pack for water, wear sunscreen and tip Enrique when you're all done. (about 2 hours total)
Written 18 February 2024
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Lennie A
Goleta, CA6 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Couples
Came to do the hike on Sat 17-Feb-2024 for the 4:30 hike but it is no longer being held by Enrique. Will try again tomorrow.👍
Written 17 February 2024
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GBCheesehead
Green Bay, WI739 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Friends
I was not prepared for the strenuous and difficult climb up and down the mountain. There were over 100 people in our group following one guide single file up the side of the mountain. I had to stop half way up to catch my breath. Be sure to pack water and wear good hiking shoes…both of which I didn’t have! The view from the top is amazing… very thankful we didn’t get hurt and ruin our vacation. I will not do this climb again…one and done! Enjoy but be careful!
Written 6 February 2024
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Ge0rgetravels
North Kansas City, MO668 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023
What an amazing experience! I recommend highly! We were there in September during some of the hottest weather of the year! That made the hike a good deal more challenging but still very much worth the trouble! This hike is guided by Enrique who runs a dog rescue facility on the property. He will give you a great amount of history about the property before you begin. Then he will release a large number of dogs which will all be hiking up the mountain with you! How much fun is that?? Part way up the climb becomes pretty challenging! Be prepared to climb some pretty steep rock faces using your hands, legs, and feet! The views from the top are both beautiful and amazing!! off one side you can see the Pacific ocean and coastline, and off the opposite side you will see the Sea of Cortez and downtown Cabo San Lucas as well as the Marina! There is NO fee for this activity! It is free! At the end, you will have the opportunity to drop some money on a box to both tip Enrique and help him fund his dog rescue efforts! We tipped generously!! (Not recommended for people who are not in good physical shape!!)
Written 23 January 2024
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Angie I
2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Family
The “hike” is much more difficult than is described on-line. It involves significant rock climbing that was even challenging for my very athletic nieces and nephews. Thus, there are people there of much varied experience.

More disturbing is the danger associated with the circumstances.

Combine the above with it being open to the public (we estimated that 300 people showed up our morning) in addition to 15 or so dogs making their way up with only one person at the front and the back - it is a disaster waiting to happen. As a trauma surgeon, I am shocked that someone has not been seriously hurt or killed (at least that we know of).

I love my rescue dog and admire Enrique’s intent but this is extremely unsafe.
Written 5 January 2024
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Spokaneman1949
Spokane, WA284 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
Hiking with the local rescue dogs, what fun.

As best I can tell this is an unsanctioned hike to raise money for the local dog rescue facility. There is no fee for the hike, but the guide requests a tip at the end of hike. I think the money is used to support the dog rescue facility. Great.

i was surprised that there were so many people on the hike, I would guess more than 150. Throw in another 30 dogs or so and the trail was pretty chaotic.

The hike is challenging, not because of the distance (approximately 5 K) or elevation gain, (approximately 150m) but because of the very rocky terrain and the number of people and dogs on the trail.

But, its well worth the effort. The views from the top are magnifico!

A tip from our experience: there does not seem to be a limit to the number allowed on a tour, so don't worry about getting there early. The tour guide/shelter operator starts his spiel at 8AM but he was still talking at 8:30 and allowing late comers to join the group. We were there at 7:45 and just stood around for 45 minutes.
Written 2 January 2024
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Claire D
Estero, FL3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
I love a good hike with amazing views and I love dogs, so hiking with Enrique was everything! Enrique’s speech was nice-I’ll admit I was distracted by all of the excited dogs running around, but the message was received and I think about it from time to time.
The hike gets strenuous at a certain point, so I would not suggest it for anyone that is unable to grab rocks and pull themselves up from time to time.
I 100% suggest it for the solo lady hikers out there! I felt safe the entire time, so don’t be afraid to show up alone and join the group! It’s worth it!
Written 17 December 2023
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Kathy M
Newton, New Jersey2 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Couples
This was our absolute favorite thing to do in Los Cabos. We love hiking to begin with, but the views on this one are so breathtaking that it even replaces Lk. Louise & Banff as my world favorites. There are many good reviews and pictures already here but I have some things to add.
We arrived a little before 8 a.m. but had to wait about 15 minutes until Enrique (more about him later) welcomed the crowd inside the gates. So don't overly stress out about being punctual like I was (which annoyed my companions). On the other hand don't be too late either because a man showed up at 8:30 and Enrique turned him away. because he was late.
Then Enrique talks at length about the history of the area, magnetic fields and their influences on things, the importance of being present in the moment as there is nothing real except now. Then he yells, "Vamanos, perros!" which is the cue to begin the hike. ( I don't know why, but I found this last bit very charming.) Some reviewers have said he does the hike to get donations for the dogs, but I don't think so. This is a dog training & boarding facility, not a shelter. I think Enrique leads the hikes because he is going to give the dogs the exercise anyway, he likes tips (who doesn't?), and he strikes me as an extroverted, gregarious, entertaining person, who enjoys performing. So his allowing the public to hike with him & dogs is a win-win. It's a side hustle, and I say good for him for being enterprising.
The hike will be much more enjoyable for you if you are reasonably fit, not afraid of heights, and very sure-footed on rocks. It is dangerous at the top, where one wrong move will send you off a cliff, but that is where the payoff is. The dogs are very used to people. They are also fast and very well in tune with Enrique's calls to them. If I lived here, I would do this hike every single day.
Written 30 November 2023
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