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Tahquitz Peak via South Ridge Trail in San Jacinto Wilderness

The South Ridge Trail to Tahquitz Peak offers hikers an invigorating ascent through a dense pine and oak forest, with expansive views of Idyllwild, Suicide Rock, and Lily Rock emerging as you climb. As you gain elevation, the trail opens up to breathtaking vistas of the San Jacinto Mountains, offering glimpses of distant peaks like Mount Baldy and sweeping views of nearby valleys. The final stretch to the summit, with its series of switchbacks, brings you to a historic fire lookout with panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness, making this strenuous yet rewarding hike a memorable experience. #Hike #Mountain #Forest #Overlook #Nature

  • Distance: 10.6 Km
  • Elevation gain: 698 m
  • Maximum elevation: 2,667 m
  • Elevation loss: 695 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,985 m

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Name: Tahquitz Peak via South Ridge Trail in San Jacinto Wilderness GPS track, route, trail

Start: Lower South Ridge Trail, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, Riverside County, California, 92599, United States (33.73535 -116.69595)

End: South Ridge Trail, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, Riverside County, California, 92599, United States (33.73562 -116.69594)

Coordinates: 33.73535 -116.69711 33.75621 -116.67705

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