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I-10 Corridor: Cabazon, Banning, and Nearby Towns

I-10 Corridor: Cabazon, Banning, and Nearby Towns reference article on thruhikingwiki.com.

Overview

Near mile 209, the Pacific Crest Trail crosses the I-10 corridor, providing access to communities such as Cabazon and Banning as well as larger regional centers. This area offers an optional resupply opportunity.

Key points

  • Trail crosses or passes near Interstate 10 around mile ~209.
  • Hikers can access towns such as Cabazon and Banning via hitchhiking or local transport.
  • Used optionally as a resupply stop between the San Jacinto area and Big Bear.
  • Services in the broader corridor include food, lodging, and retail outlets.
  • Some hikers choose to bypass this stop to maintain longer carries and fewer town visits.

Details

The I-10 crossing marks a transition between the high terrain near San Jacinto and the climb toward Big Bear. At this point, hikers may opt to travel into nearby communities like Cabazon or Banning, or into larger population centers in the surrounding region, depending on needs and preferences.

Because resupply options exist both before and after this corridor (Idyllwild to the south and Big Bear to the north), using the I-10 area is more a matter of individual strategy than necessity for most itineraries. When used, it can shorten food carries and offer a break between major climbs and descents in the Southern California section.

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