Discover the Majestic Mount San Jacinto State Park

Getting There

• Public Bus

  To reach Mount San Jacinto State Park from Palm Desert, take the SunLine bus Route 14. Start at any bus stop along the route. Board the bus heading towards the Palm Springs area. Stay on the bus until you reach the Palm Springs Terminal. From the terminal, transfer to the Route 10 bus heading towards Idyllwild. Make sure to check the bus schedule for exact times, as they may vary. Once you arrive at the Idyllwild stop, you will need to walk about 0.5 miles to reach the park entrance. Follow the signs to CA-243 and head north until you arrive at 25905 CA-243.

• Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct route, consider using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Open your app and set your destination to 'Mount San Jacinto State Park, 25905 CA-243, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA 92549'. The driver will pick you up from your location in Palm Desert. The journey typically takes about 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic. Make sure to confirm the address before you start your ride.

• Bicycle

  For adventurous tourists, you can rent a bicycle in Palm Desert. Head to a local bike rental shop and rent a bike for the day. From there, you can take the route via CA-74. Start by heading north on El Paseo, then take a left onto CA-74. Continue on CA-74 until you reach the junction with CA-243. Follow CA-243 north towards Idyllwild. Be cautious as this route can be steep and may require good cycling skills. The ride will take approximately 2-3 hours, depending on your pace.