Mt San Jacinto via the Palm Springs Aerial Tram

Overview

Mt. San Jacinto was one of the first big peaks I bagged as a teenager and I’m still drawn to it many years later. This route starts at the top of the Palm Springs Aerial Tram — a treat in itself — and although it’s the “easiest” route it’s by no means easy. This out-and-back trail travels 11 miles round trip with 3000 feet of vertical elevation climbed. At an elevation of 10,834 feet above sea level, Mt. San Jacinto offers amazing 360-degree views and an alpine environment that surprises first-time visitors.

Trail Stats

Duration
23.0 hr
Length
19.5 km
Elevation Gain
3240 m
High Point
3300 m
Low Point
2541 m
Grade
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