The Top 12 Peaks in the San Jacinto Mountains
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the San Jacinto Mountains is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 12
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the San Jacinto Mountains for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the San Jacinto Mountains for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 6, 2025
With 10,883 feet Mount San Jacinto is the highest peak in the San Jacinto Mountains. There is a network of hiking trails around the summit and the San Jacinto State …
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The San Jacinto Wilderness is one of a kind. At an elevation of 10,834 feet, San Jacinto Peak towers high above the California desert. You can hike plenty of trails …
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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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In the stone shelter you will find four bunk beds. It should be considered for emergencies, but especially PCT-Thruhikers are likely to spend the night in the hut.
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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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As you might expect, the Peak Trail leads you to the summit of Mount San Jacinto and the shelter hut below. There is snow very likely at least until late spring if not into early summer.
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Apache Peak is just a short side trail and few feet in elevation from the Pacific Crest Trail. You will find a summit register and a gorgeous view at the top.
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Black Mountain has a lookout tower you can climb, it is a summit that can be hiked to or driven to. It's at an elevation of 7772 feet above sea level.
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There is space for four to five tents, two sites protected from the winds. You will enjoy the great view on Palm Springs.
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Junction to yellow posts 3 and 4. The yellow posts have a very simple picnic benches and fire pit. This is free camping land and popular with off roading vehicles.
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