Vehicles not parked in these spaces may be ticketed and/or towed. Immediately north of Saddle Junction, snow cover is starting to become somewhat patchy on the sun exposed slope (Angels Glide) but icy snow cover is continuous through the Wellman and Peak trails to San Jacinto Peak. Reserve and check availability on the San Gorgonio Wilderness Association website: Group size limited to 12 people and 8 pack/riding animals per group. This started as low as Devils Slide Trail and continued all morning. At the Peak on Friday 2nd December 2022 at 1620 the air temperature was 26.2F (-3C), with a windchill temperature of 11.8F (-11C), 55% relative humidity, and a fresh WSW wind sustained at 8 mph gusting to 15.4 mph. Snowshoes are not required anywhere, as recent experience has shown that off-trail snow is now too shallow and/or patchy for snowshoes. Snow depths are currently excellent for snowshoeing everywhere above about 8000 ft, potentially lower in places. An official website of the
San Gorgonio is located 82 miles east of Los Angeles, just south of Big Bear. The 0.4 mile section of South Ridge Trail between Chinquapin Flat/PCT and Tahquitz Peak has no steps to follow through the steeply angled icy snow. In Idyllwild (at 5550 ft) additional light rain this morning has added up to 0.1 inch. Thank you so much for your support. There are two new treefall hazards to pass on the upper trail. After some early sleety drizzle it has been snowing in Long Valley (8600 ft) since late morning with 0.75 inch accumulating so far. Thank you so much for your support. However the snow conditions may not be suitable for snowshoeing on certain slopes, depending on the ice conditions below the surface due to multiple freezing rain incidents this winter. While many hundreds of hours of time and effort are volunteered every year, the San Jacinto Trail Report uses small private donations to help cover modest operating costs. These concerns may steadily increase over the next few weeks with (eventually) temperatures fluctuating either side of freezing, seasonally stronger insolation, and highly variable snowmelt. If there are Road Closed signs further down often the case at weekends and holidays when snow is present then those nine spaces are also unavailable for legal parking. The trail is clearest above immediately above LRV and again close to the Peak junction. Self-issue permits aren't always available - they oftentimes run out, or get stolen. We surveyed the PCT where it crosses Highway 74 (approx. It has been a grim winter for search-and-rescue teams. Thank you so much for your support. Spikes tend to be most valuable for descending even when not needed for ascending. Note that average depth is given; due to strong winds accompanying storms there is extensive drifting. *
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Times staff writer Dave McKibben contributed to this report. Multiple atmospheric river storm systems are forecast to bring very unsettled weather to the San Jacinto mountains starting Tuesday 27th December, lasting well into the first week of January. I barebooted to Saddle, and then snowshoed back down to help consolidate the track. Although our perceptions may have been skewed by some extremely dry winters in the past decade, major snowfalls are not as rare as many current residents might think. Although good tracks are now in place for most major trails (details below), cautious navigation is recommended everywhere. In addition, there is the possibility of minor snow storms on Thursday 19th and around Sunday 29th January. "On Mount San Jacinto, the conditions just aren't good for avalanches with the slopes and amount . Every year seems to have its unique challenges and 2022 has been no exception. 602 S. Tippecanoe Ave.
Note that data for the high country are dramatically different from those for Idyllwild, and generally sadly lacking, other than meteorological records for Long Valley (8600 ft elevation) since the 1960s. Note that temperatures fluctuating either side of freezing are forecast for both mid and upper elevations. San Gorgonio Mountain (5.8km) Lake Peak (6.7km) Jepson Peak (7.3km) Charlton Peak (7.3km) . Please check this page for periodic updates the most recent is at the top throughout the multiple day storm sequence. On the morning of Wednesday 11th January, getting an Alpine start, I broke trail the entire way from Humber Park to San Jacinto Peak via Devils Slide, PCT, Wellman, Peak, and East Ridge trails. A less intense but slow moving multi-storm system is forecast for Friday 16th-Wednesday 21st. While all time and labor is volunteered, the San Jacinto Trail Report uses small private donations to cover costs. Elevation gain : 5,840 ft. Precipitation turned to occasional light snow in Long Valley at about 1330, with an accumulation by 1550 of just 0.5 inch. Spikes are recommended especially in the morning as the snow is now hard, compacted and very icy in places. If there are Road Closed signs further down often the case at weekends and holidays when snow is present then those nine spaces are also unavailable for legal parking. The storm expected on 28th November failed to materialize, producing only below average temperatures, wind, and spectacular clouds (photos below). SGWA lists the elevation gain from momyer creek trailhead to SG summit as 6,062'. My route down to Little Round Valley will not be especially helpful to ascending hikers, as I made the most of conditions to take a direct glissading route. no traction device) to 9000 ft on a lightly traveled and lumpy posthole track through thin icy snow. Reports are that the Vivian Creek Trail to San Gorgonio is basically clear of snow. Forsee via Jackstraw 15.18 miles, 4,702' gain. Year round. Unusually for me, I followed the entire route of the established trail down to Little Round Valley. The San Bernardino Mountains are unique in that they have an eastwest orientation, making them transverse to the general northsouth orientation of most of California's coastal mountains. Currently, and increasingly as snow conditions change, spikes are strongly recommended for the foreseeable future everywhere above about 6000 ft, lower in places. About 6-10 inches of snow are forecast for the high country on Saturday 14th, with 1-2 inches possible at the elevation of Idyllwild (preceded by 1-2 inches of rain). Spikes are currently usefulthroughout the trail system above about 6000 ft, possibly lower in places on cold (icy) mornings. All trails above about 6500 ft are currently lightly, or above 7500 ft moderately, snow-covered. The high-pressure, bright, sunny weather system in recent weeks has created icy conditions with no snow covering it." The TOPOZONE MAP states an elevation of 11,499 feet shown at the trail's end at the higher summit. Altitudes are approximate. Ft. 3919 Calle Andalucia, San Clemente, CA 92673. Little Round Valley (9800 ft): 45 inches, heavily drifted, Wellman Divide (9700 ft): 40 inches (45 inches), Annies Junction/PCT Mile 180.8 (9070 ft): 44 inches (45-48 inches), Tahquitz Peak (8836 ft): 25 inches, heavily drifted to 40 inches in places (measured 20th January), Seven Pines Trail junction with Deer Springs Trail (8700 ft): 36 inches, Strawberry Junction/PCT Mile 183 (8100 ft): 15 inches, Saddle Junction/PCT Mile 179 (8070 ft): 19 inches (21 inches), Suicide Rock Trail junction with Deer Springs Trail (6950 ft): 1-3 inches, Devils Slide trailhead at Humber Park (6550 ft): 2-4 inches (5-6 inches), Idyllwild (at 5550 ft): 0-2 inches (3 inches). Another 10+ inches are forecast overnight, which is very possible given current conditions. This is the third time this century that Idyllwild has surpassed 60 inches of snow in a winter (62.8 inches in 2000/01, and 62.4 inches in 2010/11), so 60+ inch winters might be considered to occur roughly once every decade. Major snowfall months have also occurred recently, in winters that did not otherwise end up with exceptional annual totals. Every year seems to have unique challenges and 2022 has been no exception. If you have found this Report useful, please consider using this link to the Donate page. Transporting firewood can move these pests to new locations. Later that morning at San Jacinto Peak, I measured a windchill temperature of -26.3F (-32C), the fourth lowest temperature I have ever recorded there. Qu'il s'agisse de randonnes pdestres ou vlo, il y a beaucoup d'endroits voir et visiter autour de Yucaipa. While the shallow icy snow should melt steadily over the next few days, 4WD/AWD vehicles are recommended. 3; 8; 3 months ago. The table also shows that with another few inches, this could be the biggest snow season since the 1940s! Thank you for taking the time to read this. Zelle, Venmo, and PayPal are all options. The Ernie Maxwell Trail [surveyed 5th January] has patchy snow along its entire length, however it is largely clear for long sections, and the remaining snow is soft. The areas Im reporting are within a mile or so of the McDonalds. With such strong Santa Ana winds on Thursday 26th causing extensive drifting, and a light snowfall early on 30th, by the 30th prior tracks had been thoroughly erased and I was once again breaking trail the entire way from Humber Park to San Jacinto Peak, largely through relatively shallow powder. They are not however required, depending upon your comfort level hiking on shallow variable snow, potentially mixed with slushy and/or icy patches (depending upon time of day). Although excellent tracks are now in place for almost all major trails cautious navigation remains recommended. UPDATE Thursday 23rd: Idyllwild woke up to about four inches of fresh snow overnight, and it snowed fairly consistently today (averaging 0.75 inch/hour), adding six more inches by late afternoon. On South Ridge Trail spikes at least, but preferably crampons, are required for the uppermost switchbacks. The summit of San Gorgonio (11,499') is 3 miles beyond High Creek, which you can also camp at. South Ridge Trail from the top of South Ridge Road to Tahquitz Peak has a well-traveled track to follow through the very light and patchy 1-3 inches of icy snow. Cautious navigation remains required for those who do not have significant experience of hiking this trail. Between November 2021 and May 2022, 61 downed trees were removed and almost the entire trail thoroughly trimmed and cleared. This storm is expected to have two periods of precipitation, one each on 11th and 12th. Map Information, Forest Headquarters
Spikes will likely become increasingly useful over the next few days and weeks as established trails become consolidated by hiker traffic and undergo freeze-thaw cycles. Cautious navigation is strongly recommended everywhere. The Ernie Maxwell Trail [surveyed 10th January] has minor patches of snow along its entire length, however it is largely clear for long sections, and the remaining snow is rarely icy. Sites that are currently available: (2) Palm Innovation Academy - 2:05 PM-5:35 PM (2) Three Rings Ranch Elementary - 3:00 PM-6:30 PM (1) Sundance Elementary 2:20 PM- 5:50 PM (2) Summerwind Trails- 2:20 PM-5:50 PM (2) San Gorgonio Middle School- 2:45 PM-6:15 PM (1) Mountain View Middle School- 2:30 PM-6:00 PM Incomplete applications and . See more of the Johns Meadow Trail clearing on volunteer John Flippins website, High Lake Photography. The upper end of this trail offers outstanding views of Yucaipa Ridge and Galena Peak, as well as sweeping . PCT Mile 181.8 (9070 ft): 9-10 inches (total 11-12 inches), Long Valley (8600 ft): 8 inches (8-9 inches), Saddle Junction/approx. Although good tracks are now in place for most major trails (details below), cautious navigation is recommended everywhere. (800) 735-2922 (TDD/TTY), Offices may be closed on select federal holidays, https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/sbnf/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=74247&actid=51. (16), Additions & Corrections Snow started in Idyllwild at about 1015 on Sunday 29th, ultimately accumulating about 3.5 inches (at 5550 ft) by the afternoon of 30th, while San Jacinto Peak (10,810 ft) added only two inches of powder. Recent hikes have included the high peaks (>10,000 ft) 2-4 times per week by various routes, Tahquitz Peak and area 1-2 times per week, South Ridge, Spitler Peak, and Marion Mountain trails, and May Valley Road and Indian Mountain Truck Trail. Official websites use .gov A .gov
Use this trailhead address: South Fork Trail 1E04, 40800-40894 Jenks Lake Rd W, Angelus Oaks, CA 92305. Note that near its junction with Deer Springs Trail, the route was not close to the established trail, so cautious navigation may be needed. The 0.4 mile section of South Ridge Trail between Chinquapin Flat/PCT and Tahquitz Peak [checked 20th January] has no steps to follow through the steeply angled ice with overlying deep snow. The forecasts are very unsettled for the next week, but significant snowfall arrives on Saturday 31st (12+ inches expected in the high country) and may continue on/off until Friday 6th January 2023, potentially totaling 2-3 feet above 10,000 ft elevation. The system averaged colder than the November storm, with more snow at lower elevations, although it was still notable that it initially rained as high as 9500 ft on the morning of Sunday 11th. Waterproof or highly water resistant footwear is recommended. Deer Springs Trail is clear from the Highway 243 trailhead to the Suicide Rock trail junction at 7000 ft, and functionally clear from there to Strawberry Junction (8100 ft), with a few icy snow patches increasing in length and frequency as you ascend. At San Jacinto Peak (10,810ft/3295m) on Monday 28th November 2022 at 0855 the air temperature was 26.2F (-3C), with a windchill temperature of 8.8F (-13C), 11% relative humidity, and a sharp due West wind sustained at 17 mph gusting to 24.6 mph. The snowfall of this 20th storm of the winter brings the seasonal total here to 71.8 inches of snow, which is 233% of the average water year snowfall for Idyllwild. United States. Eventually with compaction of the trails caused by increasing hiker traffic and freeze/thaw cycles snowshoes may steadily become less useful, however they will likely remain valuable for off-trail travel in the high country into February. Vehicles not parked in these spaces may be ticketed and/or towed. They are not however required, depending upon your comfort level hiking on shallow variable snow, potentially mixed with slushy and icy patches. Favorite hiking regions include the San Gorgonio Wilderness, Eastern Sierras, Channel Islands and San Gabriel Mountains . Altitudes are approximate. Early on the morning of Saturday 17th I broke trail back-and-forth across the 0.4 mile section of South Ridge Trail between Chinquapin Flat/PCT and Tahquitz Peak which now has a lightly traveled posthole track to follow through the drifted powder (photo below). Note that averages are given; due to strong winds accompanying storms there is extensive drifting. At the Peak on Wednesday 1st February 2023 at 0935 the air temperature was 16.6F (-8C), with a windchill temperature of -8.0F (-22C), 13% relative humidity, and a wild NNE wind sustained at 21 mph gusting to 35.2 mph. If there are Road Closed signs further down at the junction with Forest Drive as is often the case at weekends and holidays when snow is present then those nine spaces are also unavailable for legal parking. On the afternoon of Monday 6th I was treated to moody clouds and virga, a cloud base just above my head at San Jacinto Peak, and the briefest possible flurry of small snow flakes while at the Peak (but nothing settled). Mountain Conditions. Conditions remain very unsettled for the first week of January. At San Jacinto Peak (10,810ft/3295m) on Wednesday 11th January 2023 at 0915 the air temperature was 24.0F (-4C), with a windchill temperature of 5.8F (-15C), 74% relative humidity, and a bitter NNW wind sustained at 19 mph gusting to 24.5 mph. The Wellman Trail from Annies Junction to Wellman Divide has about 40% icy snow cover. Zelle, Venmo, and PayPal are all now options. The Wellman Trail track was disappearing under spindrift as I re-broke it on Monday 23rd. Altitudes are approximate. Hikers will encounter new treefall hazards due to the enormous weight of ice from freezing rain associated with the early November storm, followed by recent Santa Ana winds, and since the passage of Tropical Storm Kay in September. Remarkably Tropical Storm Kay did not add any new treefall hazards to this trail. Deer Springs Trail [updated 15th December] now has an accurate snowshoe track to follow all the way to San Jacinto Peak as I broke trail the entire way down to the Suicide Rock Trail junction on the afternoon of 15th. Note that average depth is given; due to strong winds there has been extensive drifting, often particularly accumulating in the trails. Great snowshoeing in the Winter. The advice above should be used with this in mind, and if in any doubt carry the necessary traction devices that you will be most comfortable using. However, snowshoes will become increasingly useful as conditions warm sufficiently for snow to become soft above about 9000 ft, especially on sunny slopes and afternoons. "The vegetation is not strong in burned areas; more rocks are falling than ever before in those areas. PCT Mile 179.9 (8070 ft): 0-1 inch (4 inches on 12th December), Devils Slide trailhead at Humber Park (6550 ft): 0 inch (3.5 inches on 12th December). Minor 0.5 inch dusting of snow above 8000 ft on Thursday 29th (, Moderate storm largely in the early hours of 1st January 2023 was the third significant snowfall of winter 2022/23 to impact the San Jacinto mountains. The northerly wind was bitter at the Peak and got stronger throughout the morning as we descended. Sign Up; Since the depths given in the previous Report, there had been very minor storms on 28th and 29th December, which added a couple of inches at the highest elevations, down to 0.5 inch at 8000 ft. The wilderness encompasses an incredible transition between desert, and mountain environments, including an enormous variety of thriving plant and animal species, in addition to bear, deer, mountain lion and bighorn sheep. The high country may be above the cloud for some of that storm, as only 2-3 inches are forecast for the high country. A classic La Nina pattern cool but relatively dry is in place for the third winter in a row. Dark Canyon Road (4S02, the access to Seven Pines Trail) and Santa Rosa Truck Trail (7S02) closed to vehicle traffic for the season on 7th November 2022. This will make trail conditions more complicated, and if in any doubt whatsoever carry and use traction devices accordingly (see discussion in introduction above).
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