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Summary: This is a pretty straightforward trail through oak, chinnapquin, chapparal, and eventually a pine forest. You get lovely views all along the trail, and some of the boulders along the way are fascinating. At the top is a fire lookout manned by some friendly people from May-November. You can walk around it to see in every direction. The route starts with some switchbacking, then flattens out for a bit, and for the last mile, the switchbacks are pretty steep, but that's the best part, right? If it seems short - that is because it is. It is only 6 miles round trip up and back. Trailhead: Head south on the 243 from Idyllwild, turn left on Saunders Meadow Road. Turn north onto Pine Avenue (you can only turn north) then turn right onto Tahquitz View Drive, follow it until you see a sign for South Ridge Road. It isn't really a sign for the road, but it lists the trail as an option on the sign. Turn right and follow it to it's completion. The trail begins it's steady climb from here. Be courteous with parking on the weekends, this trail gets a lot of use. (Lat:33.75527 Lon:-116.67707) Trail Guides for Tahquitz Peak - South Ridge Trail: San Bernardino Mountain Trails - 100 Hikes in Southern California by John W. Robinson (Wilderness Press) Day Hikers Guide to Southern California by John McKinney (Olympus Press) California Hiking by Tom Sinestra and Ann Marie Brown (Avalon Travel) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: San Jacinto Wilderness (909) 659-2117 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Allen Riedel, who has posted 123 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Page 1 of 4 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Brian on 6/15/2009 Great time with my dog Buzz! Although, I think I'll carry his water in my pack next time. He was wearing his water in a dogpack and it was a little much for him. With our breaks,amazing scenery and rests (long one at the top), it took us just under 4 hours up and back.
Reviewed by JR on 5/21/2009 My family and I hiked this on 5/17/09, it was a great afternoon hike. We left the trail head at around 11:45 and were at the peak by about 2:15, the views along the way were absolutely beautiful and you have to hop thru window rock and check out the view on the otherside. We will be doing it again this weekend with some friends, this time though we are going to come down Devils Slide and then pick up Ernie Maxwell to bring us back. I'll let you know how it goes... :)
Reviewed by AC on 4/14/2009 We hiked it on 4/12/09. It snowed the evening before so it was muddy and we had to park and walk up the road. It was a little confusing as they are clearing some area's so when it says follow the road til the end, what they mean is, follow the road til you come to a fork and stay on the road to your left. Then it ends and you will see the signs. Also with some snow still on the trail it was a little confusing but we were able to manage. Beautiful views all through the hike and will do it again later on in the year.
Reviewed by David on 4/6/2009 Enjoyed a hike this weekend. Less snow than what was there last weekend. No real concerns. Great views. Have fun and bring lots of water. 
Reviewed by Sean C. on 3/27/2009 26 Mar 09 Great Hike. Beautiful scenery and took alot of great photos. Did not see any other hikers. Took a little longer due to all the snow but was still worth it at the Lookout Tower. San Jacinto Peak is next!!
Reviewed by I Hate Lay-offs on 2/12/2009 http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/display.php?page=sr74 SR 74 [IN THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM 4.2 MI WEST OF THE ORANGE/RIVERSIDE CO LINE TO THE ORANGE/RIVERSIDE CO LINE FROM 2030 HRS EACH NIGHT TO 0430 HRS EACH MORNING 7 DAYS A WEEK THRU 12/30/09 - DUE TO CONSTRUCTION - A DETOUR IS AVAILABLE
Reviewed by I Hate Re-Orgs on 2/12/2009 http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/display.php?page=sr243 http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/hwytables.htm SR 243 [IN THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA] CHAINS OR SNOW TIRES ARE REQUIRED FROM THE JCT OF SR 74 TO LAKE FULMOR (RIVERSIDE CO) Current State Route 243 ConditionsBefore driving, check with the Caltrans Highway Information Network (CHIN) 800.427.7623
Reviewed by Jack on 12/6/2008 This hike was awsome! DO IT!!! Lots of rockage and pine trees, It's easy and fun, just like my girls... Didnt like the lookout tower at the top tho. takes away from nature. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Riverside County Hiking, Riverside County Trails, Riverside County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||