San Gorgonio Mountain in Joshua Tree National Park

San Gorgonio Mountain

Also known as Mount San Gorgonio or Old Greyback, San Gorgonio Mountain is the highest peak in Southern California at 11,503 feet.

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San Gorgonio Mountain Details

Also known as Mount San Gorgonio or Old Greyback, San Gorgonio Mountain is the highest peak in Southern California at 11,503 feet. Part of the San Bernardino Mountains and San Gorgonio Wilderness, the usually snow-covered peak is clearly visible most days from Keys View within Joshua Tree.

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