Pets allowed
Allowed with Restrictions
Elevation Gain
10,274.00 ft (3,131.52 m)
Trail type
There-and-back
Distance
45.00 mi (72.42 km)
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Fuller Ridge to San Jacinto is a 45-mile out-and-back trail located west of Palm Springs, California. Beginning at Highway 10, the route winds its way from the desert to an alpine environment atop San Jacinto Peak (10,834'), the second tallest peak in Southern California. 

This strenuous route is part of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) and features incredible biodiversity and scenic vistas overlooking San Bernardino, the San Jacinto Wilderness, and surrounding valleys. 

It is an ideal overnight backpacking route that is suitable for runners, hikers, and backpackers. Wilderness permits are required for day and overnight use in the San Jacinto Wilderness (see below for details). 

PERMITS AND CAMPING

Permits are required for both day and overnight use. Day use permits are free and available 24 hours a day the following locations:

  • State Park Headquarters in Idyllwild

  • Long Valley Ranger Station on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway side

Wilderness Camping Permits are $5.00 per person and are available at the following locations: 

  • Park Headquarters in Idyllwild

  • Long Valley Ranger Station on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway side

  • Online application (must be printed and mailed): Wilderness Camping Permit

Permits for the San Jacinto Wilderness areas are free and are available through the forest service. For more information please visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/sbnf/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=fsbdev7_007800 or call the San Jacinto Ranger District (Friday - Tuesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm) 1-909-382-2921.


 

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Spring
Summer

Congestion

Moderate

Parking Pass

None

Open Year-round

Yes

Days

3

Pros

Scenic Views. Biodiversity.

Cons

Very strenuous.

Trailhead Elevation

1,736.00 ft (529.13 m)

Highest point

10,843.00 ft (3,304.95 m)

Features

Wildlife
Backcountry camping
Big vistas
Horseback riding
Bird watching
Old-growth forest

Typically multi-day

Yes

Permit required

Yes

Permit self-issue on site

No

Location

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