PS - Hike: Wellman Divide

  • Mon, July 07, 2025
  • 9:45 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Tramway Valley Station

Registration

This moderate+ hike covers over half of the ascent from the Tram to Mt. San Jacinto peak. Our path along the Round Valley Trail crosses and follows Long Valley Creek through the forest. Our turnaround and lunch spot at Wellman Divide offers excellent views of the northern portion of the Peninsular Range.

  • Duration:  4.5 hours including lunch break
  • Distance: 6.4 miles 
  • Elevation Gain:  1526 feet
  • Pace: Brisk pace
  • Difficulty: Moderate plus
  • Wellman Divide has an elevation of approximately 9,700 feet 
  • Trail Surface:  Improved trail with some rocky segments
  • Type:  Out and back
  • Meeting Location Time: 9:45 AM in the Tramway Base Station with passes or tickets for one of the first two trams.  
  • Tram Ticket Info: Tickets for the Tram: $34.95 Adult $31.95 Senior.  Purchase tickets at https://pstramway.com/tickets/
  • Parking:  $15 CC or cash (no bills larger than $20); the parking fee waived for pass holders and local residents who show valid photo identification with resident address listed.  

IMPORTANT INFO for this hike: Bring Emergency Contact Information, sun protection/hat, layered clothing, and hiking poles which may be helpful. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water (2 liters minimum) are required. Ten Essentials click here.  Bring lunch/snacks and of course, a wonderful attitude. 

Poor weather and/or trail conditions cancels this hike.

Hike Leader:  Spencer B. Click here 

Hiking Requirements:  You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information. 

Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

You must be a Great Outdoors (GO) member in order to attend this event.

Health Problems/allergies  Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 


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