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San Jacinto Peak

Idyllwild California Climbs

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San Jacinto Peak - Idyllwild California Climbs

Clean, white granite boulders, rock climbing, fabulous views. And the largest pine cones you’ll probably ever see. John Muir called the view from the summit of San Jacinto Peak “one of the most sublime spectacles to be found on earth.” It’s true. You’ll be seeing vistas all the way from Nevada to the Pacific Ocean, from Mexico to the Sierra. This is a long day hike, or an overnighter with a stay at Round Valley Camp.

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Trail Statistics & Information
Activity Type: Climbing
Nearby City: Idyllwild
Length: 11 total miles
Elevation Gain: 4,244 feet
Trail Type: Out-and-back
Skill Level: Class 2; strenuous
Season: Best May through October
Trailhead Elevation: 6,560 feet
Top Elevation: 10,804 feet
Local Contacts: Mt. San Jacinto State Park
Local Maps: Southern California Atlas and Gazetteer; USGS San Jacinto Peak
Topo Map: San Jacinto Peak Topographic Map
Guide Book: Climbing California's Mountains Guide Book
Driving Directions: View Guide
Trail Directions: View Guide
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Recent Trail Reviews

Jason Rating:
Date of Trip: 8/11/2006
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This was a great trail. Beautiful scenery on the way up and even a beter v…

Weather Conditions

  1. Today
    Mostly sunny. Highs 58 to 68. Light winds becoming southwest 15 mph with gusts to 25 mph in the afternoon.

  2. Tonight
    Partly cloudy. Patchy drizzle overnight. Lows 34 to 44. Winds southwest 15 mph with gusts to 25 mph.

  3. Saturday
    Partly cloudy in the morning...becoming mostly sunny. Patchy drizzle in the morning. Highs 50 to 60. Winds west 15 mph with gusts to 25 mph in the morning becoming light.

  4. Saturday Night
    Mostly clear. Lows 35 to 45. Light winds.

About This Trail Guide

Climbing California's Mountains
Climbing California's Mountains

by Jay Anderson (Falcon Publishing)

California is home to some of the nation's most scenic and majestic mountains, a diverse and varied…

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