San Jacinto Peak - Palm Springs, CA

Details:

• Approximately 11.6 mile hike
• About a 2,400 ft. elevation gain
• Requires a wilderness permit - free at the Long Valley Ranger Station

Schedule at least 6 hours for this challenging hike. The most strenuous stretch is the trail to Wellman's Divide. The trail to the Peak leads you through milder switchbacks and ends at a stone cabin which serves as an emergency shelter about .3 miles from the Peak. You must scale large boulders to get to the top where you will be rewarded with impressive 360-degree views. San Jacinto Peak elevation is 10,800ft, so pack for rain (even in the summer) or snow.


Directions:

• Directions to Tram from Washington and 111
  
• Ride the Tram to the Mountain Station
• Follow directions to the Long Valley Ranger Station
• Get a wilderness permit at the Station
• Take the Round Valley or Willow Creek trail to Round Valley
  
• From Round Valley, follow the signs to Wellman's Divide
• From Wellman's Divide, follow the signs to San Jacinto Peak
  

Links:
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Website
Weather Report