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South Ridge Yellow Post Sites

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South Ridge Yellow Post Sites are located near the San Jacinto Mountains in California. The terrain consists of rugged hills and forested areas. Nearby attractions include the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Mount San Jacinto State Park, offering opportunities for hiking and exploration.

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Location

South Ridge Yellow Post Sites is located in California

Coordinates

33.73752704581699 N
116.70687281790097 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Good
Verizon
Unknown
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Poor

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Dispersed
Group
Equestrian

Features

For Campers

Picnic Table
Phone Service
Alcohol
Pets

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Drive Time

1 hr 57 min from San Diego
2 hrs 2 min from Los Angeles
2 hrs 27 min from El Centro
3 hrs 25 min from Yuma

E B.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 8, 2025

Yellow post number 2

Yellow Post #2 – San Bernardino National Forest Secluded, free, first-come-first-served tent site tucked deep in the forest near Hemet, CA. No amenities—no toilet, water, or trash—so pack in and out. Fire ring and picnic table on-site. Shaded by mature trees with a dirt/sand/rock surface. Site fits up to 8 people and 2 vehicles.

Access road is rough and rocky but doable in dry conditions with a careful 2WD. Signage is limited—offline maps recommended. Site sits near a dry creek bed and has a short walk to a west-facing boulder with expansive views of the valley.

Wildlife includes deer, lizards, snakes, woodpeckers, and lots of squirrels. Mosquitoes come out at dusk—repellent is a must. Fire bans usually in effect during summer. Great for quiet retreats, hiking, light climbing, and off-grid solitude.

A rugged but rewarding forest stay for self-sufficient campers.

Site2

Month of VisitJuly

Tony B.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 27, 2024

Awesome dispersed site with amazing views

Very nice to find a campsite this private on a weekend in southern California elevation is high enough that temperatures were very enjoyable (mid 80's)

Siteunmarked site halfway between yellow post sites 1 and 2

Month of VisitSeptember