San Gorgonio Mountain, Mountain peak in San Bernardino National Forest, California, US
San Gorgonio Mountain reaches an elevation of 11,503 feet, making it the highest summit in Southern California and the Transverse Ranges mountain chain.
Spanish missionaries designated the name of this mountain peak in honor of Saint Gorgonius during their exploration of the region in the early 17th century.
The San Gorgonio Wilderness area requires permits for both day hiking and overnight camping, reflecting the commitment to environmental preservation and controlled access.
The Vivian Creek Trail extends 17 miles round trip with an elevation gain of 5,627 feet, starting from Forest Falls through steep switchbacks to the summit.
The mountain offers the longest recorded line of sight in the contiguous United States, with visibility extending to Mount Whitney at a distance of 190 miles.
Location: California
GPS coordinates: 34.09926,-116.82493
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:36
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Keller Peak Lookout
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