Hiking Trail Guide: Devils Slide to Saddle Junction

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Devils Slide to Saddle Junction

Distance
5 miles

Elevation
1700 feet gain

Difficulty
4/10

City
Idyllwild ,CA (92549) 90.37 miles from you Weather Map

Trailhead
From Idyllwild, turn east on North Circle Drive. Proceed north for over a mile until you reach South Circle Drive. Turn right, and then take your first left onto Fern Valley Road. Take the Fern Valley road to Humber Park, about 2 miles from downtown.

Description

This is a great introductory hike into the San Jacinto Wilderness, with spectacular views of both Tahquitz (also known as Lily) and Suicide Rocks. Both these spectacular granite formations are popular rock climbing destinations. The trail moves steadily up 1700 feet over moderate switchbacks and a mostly pine shaded trail. The trail levels out near the top as you enter into Saddle Junction, a gateway leading to many other trails in this lovely wilderness area.

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