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California
5.0 mi
Distance
1,301 ft
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Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail
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The Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail offers a moderately challenging 5-mile journey through the San Jacinto Mountains with over 1,300 feet of elevation gain. This well-maintained trail rewards hikers with expansive desert and mountain vistas, showcasing the transition between desert and pine forest ecosystems. The scenic overlooks and steady climb make this a popular choice for hikers seeking both challenge and panoramic views.
Devil's Slide
~0 min drive
Steep coastal climb with dramatic ocean views and challenging elevation gain.
Suicide Rock
~1 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile climb to a scenic rock outcrop with mountain views.
Caramba
~2 min drive
Moderate 8.65-mile day hike with gentle elevation gain in Caramba.
Climbers
~0 min drive
Steep 3-mile climb with 924 ft elevation gain.
Little Tahquitz Valley
~2 min drive
Easy alpine valley hike with meadows and mountain views near Tahquitz Peak.
South Ridge
~4 min drive
Moderate 8.2-mile ridgeline hike with 2,974 ft elevation gain.
Willow Creek
~2 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Willow Creek's riparian forest.
Skunk Cabbage
~3 min drive
Easy 1.21-mile wetland walk featuring skunk cabbage plants.
Spitler Peak
~9 min drive
Moderate 9.6-mile peak hike with 1,388 ft elevation gain.
Marion Mountain
~6 min drive
Steep 3-mile climb with 1,660 ft gain through chaparral woodland.
