Monday, June 15, 2009

High Mountain Desert


Between San Diego and Palm Desert I passed over the high mountain desert on the Hwy 74 and the Santa Rosa Indian Reservation.
The Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains rise abruptly from the desert floor, reaching an elevation of 10,834 feet at the summit of Mount San Jacinto. Providing a picturesque backdrop to local communities, the National Monument significantly contributes to the Coachella Valley's lure as a popular resort and retirement community. It is also a desirable backcountry destination that can be accessed via trails from both the valley floor and the alpine village of Idyllwild.
This picture is looking southwest at the Santa Rosa Mountain.

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