[pct-l] Warner Springs Alternatives- the town is closed

[Monty Tam]

Hi 2012 Thru’s
The town of Warner Springs is closed.
The nearest place to get showers, cabins, a restaurant, camping and a store is 12 miles away at www.lakehenshawresort.com .
All the info you need may be on the website. Other questions 760.782.3501
You will see the Lake from the trail if you look north before you arrive in Warner Springs.

ALL CABINS ARE BOOKED FOR THURSDAY-SATURDAY AFTER THE KICK OFF FOR A 600 PERSON AA CAMPOUT RETREAT.

They are aware that you are coming through and are looking forward to extending their hospitality.

Hitch or Yogi 8 miles south on 79 then right on 76 for 4 miles. It’s the only place on the road.

Resupplying northbound
Warner Springs
Post Office
Hitch 15 miles South to the end of Hwy 79.... Don’s Market, a restaurant and the Julian Pie Company have rest rooms. There is also a post office.
Hitch 42 miles north to Temecula, CA on 79.

Other options
Hitch to Julian from Scissors Crossing for hotels and post office. I am not familiar with the grocery store inventory.

Mt Laguna, on trail, has a great resupply selection.

Anza, CA has a grocery store.

Idyllwild can be accessed from Hwy 74 and Saddle Junction farther up the trail.

Also read the PCT Handbook or the PCT Guidebooks.

Warner Springs Monty