Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail
San Jacinto Wilderness, Riverside County, CA
Out-and-back trail in San Jacinto Wilderness, Riverside County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.7 mi (7.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 807 ft (246 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 55 min
- High point
- 6,411 ft (1,954 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail
How long is Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail?
Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 55 min. It climbs 807 ft (246 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,411 ft (1,954 m).
How hard is Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail?
4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (98% under trees).
What can you do on Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail?
Idyllwild Brewpub, 0.6 mi (1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Nomad Ventures, 0.7 mi (1.1 km).
Is this a good week for Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail
- South Ridge Trail San Jacinto Wilderness · Hard · 7.4 mi (11.8 km)
- Sunrise Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Sunset Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Ridgeline Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Yellow Pine Trail Idyllwild Nature Center · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Deer Springs Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Perimeter Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Easy · 2.7 mi (4.4 km)
- Deer Springs Trail Mount San Jacinto State Park · Hard · 6.3 mi (10.1 km)
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