19.2 mi
Distance
5,387 ft
Elev. Gain
8h 15m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
We don't publish a description for San Gorgonio Mountain from Fish Creek unless we can point you at the agency it came from. We don't have one yet. The planning figures above — distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type — come from the source listed on this trail.
The managing agency is the authority for conditions, closures and route notes. See official sources below. Spot something we should add?
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,477 ft |
| High point | 9.6 mi | 3,498 ft |
| End | 19.2 mi | 2,477 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Permit required
Apply through the issuing agency. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates on the agency page.
A free wilderness permit is required for day hikes and overnight trips in the San Gorgonio Wilderness. Permits are requested through the San Gorgonio Wilderness Association, a Forest Service partner, up to 90 days in advance.
Official sources & verification
Reserve or permit
- Apply for permit
Required permit application for this trail. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates here.
- San Bernardino NF permits
USDA Forest Service, San Bernardino National Forest
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Big Bear City, CA · about 7 mi away
- County:
- San Bernardino County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Legacy import — verify before navigating
Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.
Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Dispersed Site near 34.1477, -116.7457
2 mi awaySand to Snow National Monument
Dispersed
Wild Horse Equestrian Campground
2.3 mi awayMentone, CA
Check official pricing11 sitesReservable RV Some Coverage
Skyline
2.3 mi awaySan Bernardino National Forest
Angelus Oaks, CA
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable
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