Backpacking
The Santa Rosa and San Jacinto National Monument contains four wilderness areas comprising of 94,590 acres. These areas are administered by three different agencies- BLM, USFS, and California State Parks. Of these, 84,310 acres are federal wilderness and are administered under the Wilderness Act of 1964. All of these areas contain outstanding opportunities for solitude and primitive types of recreation. Read More...
Biking
There are several trails within the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto National Monument that can be used for biking. Read More...
Birding
Within the 272,000 acres of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument a wide variety of bird species can be found. Read More...
Camping
Camping is allowed in designated campgrounds only. Read More...
Hiking
Many miles of trails can be found in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains which provide beautiful scenic vistas and natural treasures to be discovered by hikers, bikers, and equestrian trail users. Read More...
Horseback Riding
A group campground for equestrian use is located within the southeastern portion of the Monument at Ribbonwood Campground. Read More...
Hunting
The BLM and Forest Service permits hunting within the Monument in accordance with applicable federal laws and the State of California. Read More...
Star Gazing
What better way to escape the desert floor heat than to climb a mountain and check out the stars! Read More...
Wildlife Watching
Within the 272,000 acres of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument a wide variety of wildlife can be found. Read More...
For in depth information about Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument, please visit their website.
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