Pets allowed
Allowed with Restrictions
Guided tours
Yes
Backcountry camping
Yes
Lodging
No
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San Gorgonio Wilderness is a federally protected area in the San Bernardino Mountains. It encompasses around 101,574 acres and is jointly managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the United States Forest Service.

San Gorgonio Wilderness is named after San Gorgonio Mountain, whose 11,502 foot summit is the highest peak in Southern California. 

A large portion of the wilderness area is located at or above 7,000 feet in elevation. The terrain is heavily forested and has seasonal streams, two small lakes, several meadows, and two main rivers, the Santa Ana and the White. 

WILDLIFE

It is an important habitat for a number of species of plants and animals including bears, deer, mountain lions, and bighorn sheep. 

THINGS TO DO

Outdoor activities such as hiking and backpacking are popular in the area, which has nearly 81 miles of trails, including approximately 20 miles of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail.

SAN GORGONIO WILDERNESS ASSOCIATION

The San Gorgonio Wilderness Association is a dedicated non-profit group of volunteers that work to help protect the San Gorgonio Wilderness. The group leads nature walks, hosts nature programs, issues permits, provides information to the public, patrols the trails, helps visitors, cleans up trash, builds and maintains trails and much more. To learn more about this organization please visit https://sgwa.org/about/

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

United States Forest Service

Bureau of Land Management

Logistics + Planning

Congestion

Moderate

Parking Pass

Adventure Pass required

Open Year-round

Yes

Pros

Nature viewing. Scenic Trails. High Mountains.

Cons

Some areas are very popular.

Features

Wildlife
Vault toilet
Backcountry camping
Waterfalls
Big vistas
Bird watching
Picnic tables
Guided tours

Location

Nearby Lodging + Camping

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