Hiking San Jacinto Peak via Idyllwild and the PCT
Hiking San Jacinto peak is a southern California hiking rite of passage. John Muir called the views from San Jacinto peak "the most sublime spectacle to be found anywhere on this earth!" On a clear day, you can see from Catalina Island to Southern Utah. It's a tough hike but the payoff makes it worth it. This route includes a stretch on the famous Pacific Crest Trail (PCT).