South Ridge Trail
San Jacinto Wilderness, Riverside County, CA
Out-and-back trail in San Jacinto Wilderness, Riverside County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.4 mi (11.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,516 ft (767 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 40 min
- High point
- 8,816 ft (2,687 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Tahquitz Peak 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South Ridge Trail
How long is South Ridge Trail?
South Ridge Trail is 7.4 mi (11.8 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 40 min. It climbs 2,516 ft (767 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,816 ft (2,687 m).
How hard is South Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South Ridge Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on South Ridge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is South Ridge Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (72% under trees).
What can you do on South Ridge Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near South Ridge Trail?
Food, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Nomad Ventures, 1.2 mi (1.9 km).
Is this a good week for South Ridge 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 South Ridge Trail
- Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail San Jacinto Wilderness · Moderate · 4.7 mi (7.6 km)
- Ridgeline Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 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)
- Cowbell Access Path San Bernardino National Forest · Moderate · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Tres Hombres Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Moderate · 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Devil's Slide Trail San Jacinto Wilderness · Hard · 4.9 mi (8 km)
- Yellow Pine Trail Idyllwild Nature Center · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
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