[pct-l] Getting off the trail between Idyllwild and Cabazon?

[msaenz at mve-architects.com (Mike Saenz)]

If the goal is to get to PS, then head east from Saddle Junction. Really
nice country between Saddle J and the tramway. You can hike from Saddle
J to the tramway in about 4-6 hours, depending on how fast you walk and
how much time you want to spend in the upper basin.

As far as I know, there are no viable run-outs from the PCT between
Idyllwild and Cabazon (and I wouldn't want to hitch in Cabazon...).

Take the Tram down. The Tram ride itself is really cool. I think you'll
need a ride from the bottom tram station into PS. It's a real long
driveway from the 111 to the bottom tram station.


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-----Original Message-----
From: pct-l-bounces@mailman.backcountry.net
[mailto:pct-l-bounces@mailman.backcountry.net] On Behalf Of Monica
Sent: Monday, February 06, 2006 12:47 PM
To: pct-l@mailman.backcountry.net
Subject: [pct-l] Getting off the trail between Idyllwild and Cabazon?

Hi all,

I am starting a PCT section hike at the end of April (hopefully sections
A and B), and will (sadly!) need to leave the trail after about 10 days
to two weeks.  Can anyone recommend a way out somewhere between Idylwild
and Cabazon?  If possible, I'd like to do this without hitching, as I've
heard Cabazon is a tough hitch.  For instance, are there any public
transportation or bus options from Idylwild?  Does the PCT pass by the
Palm Springs Tramway?  Or, if I get to I-10, how can I get to Palm
Springs?  My goal is to get to Palm Springs, so I can hop on a train and
head back home...

Any ideas appreciated.  Looking forward to meeting many of you at the
KO!

Thanks,
Monica

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