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The San Gorgonio Pass, or Banning Pass, is a 2,600 ft (790 m) elevation gap on the rim of the Great Basin between the San Bernardino Mountains to the north and the San Jacinto Mountains to the south.
Learn about the free permits, regulations and trailheads for hiking in the San Gorgonio Wilderness, a sub-alpine landscape with diverse wildlife and plants. The wilderness is part of the Sand to Snow National Monument and has a peak of 11,499 ft.
Learn how to hike or backpack to the highest point in SoCal, San Gorgonio Mountain, via the Vivian Creek Trail. Find out about permits, parking, gear, maps, and tips for this challenging and scenic adventure.
Learn about the different types of interagency passes and permits for federal recreation sites, including San Gorgonio Pass. Find out how to get, use, and order them online or in person.
The San Gorgonio Pass Area is in a unique geographical location to experience both extreme desert heat and freezing temperatures with ice and snow. The summer brings a constant danger of fire in the San Jacinto Mountains and in the hills adjacent to several area roadways.
San Gorgonio Pass is a gap between the San Bernardino and San Jacinto Mountains, carrying Interstate 10 and the Union Pacific Railroad. It is one of the deepest mountain passes in the US, with Mount San Jacinto and San Gorgonio Mountain nearby.
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Learn about the San Gorgonio Pass, a fast-growing area in Southern California between the San Bernardino Valley and the Palm Springs/Coachella Valley. Discover its natural landmarks, water sources, and communities.
