Devils Slide Trail 3E05

This 2.5 mile moderate trail ascends from Humber Park to Saddle Junction with many switchbacks and far reaching views. Starting at 6,400 ft. the elevation gain is 1,700 ft. From Saddle Junction, a network of trails lead to San Jacinto Peak (10,834 ft.), the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (8,516), and Tahquitz Peak Fire Lookout (8,846 ft.). The Pacific Crest Trail passes through Saddle Junction. This is part of the San Jacinto Wilderness area. Backpacking is allowed in the Chinquapin, Skunk Cabbage, Tahquitz and North Rim zones.

Current Conditions

Day use permits are required for all wilderness trails. Devil's Slide permits are limited on Saturdays and Sundays beginning Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day weekend. You must have a permit stamped for that date issued by the staff. All others are not valid. Send your permit request in advance by mail or fax. Have a second choice in mind in case you cannot get a Devil's Slide permit for Saturday or Sunday during that period.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

3E05

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

10 Essentials for Backpacking and Hiking

Adventure Pass Required $5/day or $30/year. Interagency Passes also accepted. For more information, please visit our Passes webpage. Acquire the pass before arriving at the Humber Parking Lot, available at various local vendors.

Day use permits are required for all wilderness trails. Devil's Slide permits are limited on Saturdays and Sundays beginning Memorial weekend until Labor Day weekend. You must have a permit stamped for that date, issued by the staff, all others are not valid. Send in your permit request in advance by mail or fax. Have a second choice in mind, in case you cannot get a Devil's Slide permit for Saturday or Sunday during that period. San Jacinto Wilderness Visitor Permit Application,
Adventure Pass or Interagency Pass is required for parking at Humber parking lot.

Group size is limited to 12 people.
No campfires allowed. Portable gas stoves are allowed.
Camp on a durable surface at least 200 feet away from other people, trails, meadows, and water sources.
Pack out what you pack in. Leave no Trace!
Dogs are prohibited in the State Park Wilderness

Front View of San Jacinto Ranger Station

Address: P.O. Box 518 Idyllwild, CA 92549
Phone: (909) 382-2921
Hours: Thursday through Monday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm; Closed for lunch 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm