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San Gorgonio Mountain, also known locally as Mount San Gorgonio, or Old Greyback, is the highest peak in Southern California and the Transverse Ranges at 11,503 feet (3,506 m). It is in the San Bernardino Mountains , 27 miles (43 km) east of the city of San Bernardino and 12 miles (19 km) north-northeast of San Gorgonio Pass .
Learn how to hike or backpack to the highest point in Southern California, San Gorgonio Mountain, via the Vivian Creek Trail. Find out about permits, parking, gear, maps, and tips for this challenging and scenic adventure.
Explore 39 trails in the San Gorgonio Wilderness, a climax region of the San Bernardino Mountains in Southern California. Enjoy views of Mt. San Gorgonio, the highest peak between the Sierra Nevada and the Mexican border, and other peaks, lakes, meadows, and forests.
- California, United States
The San Gorgonio Wilderness is located in the eastern San Bernardino Mountains, in San Bernardino County and into northern Riverside County, Southern California. It begins north of San Gorgonio Pass , approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) west of Morongo Valley and 10 miles (16 km) northwest of Palm Springs, California .
Explore the diverse landscapes and wildlife of San Gorgonio Wilderness, part of the San Bernardino Mountains in California. Learn about the history, geography, and trails of this area that includes the highest peak south of the Sierras.
Learn how to hike San Gorgonio, the highest summit in the region, with 17.5 miles and 5,400 feet of elevation gain. See the trail details, video, photos, and tips for this challenging but rewarding adventure.
Explore the sub-alpine landscape of San Gorgonio Wilderness, a unique area with diverse wildlife and plants. Learn about permits, trails, regulations, safety and history of this wilderness area named after the highest peak in Southern California.
