Description

If Round Valley’s full or you’re not quite ready to set down your pack, head 20 feet up the hill and sleepover at Tamarack Valley Group Campground. Grab one of the 12 spots and plan a hike up Cornell Peak the following morning! Day use wilderness permits are free and are available at the State Park Headquarters in Idyllwild or at the Long Valley Ranger Station. Overnight permits can be applied by mail 1-8 weeks in advance.
Campsite area
Tent sites
12 sites
Up to 15 guests per site
Other
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Amenities
Picnic table available

Activities

Offered near the campground.

Hiking

When you imagine the second highest mountain range in Southern California, imagine hikes that double as your quadricep boot cam...Read more

Climbing

Legendary naturalist, John Muir, said that mountain parks are fountains of life (and he was most definitely a fan of Mount San...Read more

Snow sports

In the winter, Mount San Jacinto’s summer climbing action shapeshifts into the lateral movements of snowshoe and cross country ...Read more

Wildlife watching

As you climb in elevation from the cozy perch of a tram car , put your binoculars away. You won’t need to magnify the soaring ...Read more

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at Tamarack Valley Campground.

Forest
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Kristine S.
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August 5th, 2017

We had a wonderful two nights backpack camping here in late May 2017. Temps ranged from 75 deg daytime to 50 at night. Running stream for filtered water, pit toilets, and plenty of space and privacy for each campsite. You can hike 4-5 peaks including San Jacinto at 10,800 ft over the two days. Take the PS tram to the top and enjoy your hike!

Hipcamper Brad  B.
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April 15th, 2018
Hipcamper Kristine S.
recommends this listing.
August 5th, 2017
Park
Mount San Jacinto State Park
State
California
Country
United States
Phone Number
(951) 659-2607
Directions
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Official Website
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Coordinates
33.811° N, 116.653° W
$5/night
Tent Only - Hike In: 12 Sites
(Up to 15 people per site)