The Top 20 Attractions around Mountain Center
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Mountain Center. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Mountain Center is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Tahquitz Peak
Highlight • Summit
Tahquitz Peak is a great hiking destination with picture postcard views to the southeast and the Salton Sea. It got its name from a Native American legend saying that a …
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Suicide Rock
Highlight • Summit
After the climb, hikers are greeted with a large slab of granite with 360 views of the surrounding mountains. Swing by the San Jacinto Ranger Station office to grab a simple permit to hike.
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Wellman Divide
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Wellman's Divide is at a trail junction at 9700 feet above sea level. From here you can choose to go... South on Wellmen's Cienaga Trail... East on Round Valley trail …
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Apache Spring Junction
Highlight • Trail
A side trail leads to Apache Spring that might be the only water source along the stretch. There is also a VERY sketchy part ahead of the PCT. Be sure …
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Devil's Slide Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This is the easiest trail to hike into the San Jacinto Wilderness coming from Idyllwild, but still strenuous and beautiful with views towards Tahquitz Peak and Lily Rock. It is …
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