Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail 3E07
This easy, scenic, 2.6 mile hike begins at 6400 ft. and crosses seasonal streams along the way. It descends 700 feet from Humber Park. It is a good walk for beginning botanists; many different species of trees can be found along the way. There are also good views of Suicide and Lily Rocks. This trail goes into the San Jacinto Wilderness area and mountain bikes are not allowed.
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General Information
Adventure Pass Required $5/day or $30/year. Interagency Passes also accepted. Aquire your pass before arriving at Humber Parking lot. For more information, please visit our Passes webpage. Passes are available at various local vendors.
Wilderness Permit is required. Permits are self-serve at the San Jacinto Ranger Station kiosk desk 24 hrs.
None
- 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.
- No Bicycles on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)
Pack out what you pack in and Leave No Trace!
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
Getting There
Directions
Latitude 33.7646587
Longitude -116.68982
Elevation 5718 - 6417
Distance 2.6 miles
Difficulty Easy
Additional Information
Operated By
USDA Forest Service
