4K Driving POV | Ortega Highway (CA-74): Up & Down Santa Ana Mountains [Scenic Drive]

Take a real-time 4K journey along one of Southern California's most famous mountain passes—Ortega Highway (State Route 74)! Starting on the Orange County side near San Juan Capistrano, this drive climbs up into the rugged Santa Ana Mountains through the Cleveland National Forest. Due to Caltrans active road construction near the Lake Elsinore descent, this route features both the scenic climb up the canyon and the full return trip back down toward the coast! Enjoy smooth 4K footage, mountain canyon curves, and real cabin audio on this iconic SoCal road trip. 🎥 Equipment & Recording Info: • Camera: 4K 60fps Windshield POV • Audio: High-Fidelity Cabin Audio • Vehicle: Electric Vehicle (Quiet Cruise) If you enjoyed this scenic drive through the mountains, please like the video, share your thoughts on Ortega Highway in the comments, and subscribe for more 4K POV road trips across California and the Southwest! #ortegahwy #CA74 #4KPOV #southerncalifornia #scenicdrive #slowtv #californiaroadtrip