When summiting San Jacinto, you can either do the 5.5mi trek up from the Tram (Called Tram to Clouds) or from the base to the Tram (Cactus to Tram) or from the base to the summit (called Cactus to Clouds--the single most difficult day hike in the US!). I've only done Tram to Clouds and had a blast! The summit's about 11,000ft and the views are breathtaking! Some cell phone carries work at the summit, though mine didn't. I'd love to come back in the winter for some snowshoeing/winter camping. Lots of tree cover from the Tram to the summit.
Pros: absolutely beatiful
Cons: gets dangerously hot in the summer; bring lots of water!
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