Warner Springs
Overview
Warner Springs is a community near miles 109–110 of the Pacific Crest Trail that has long served as a classic desert resupply point, with services that can vary from year to year.
Key points
- Located near where the trail passes around miles 109–110.
- Historically offers a combination of postal services and limited store or hiker support facilities.
- Provides a practical early full-resupply point after the initial desert miles.
- Service availability can change between seasons, so current information is important.
- Commonly used as a place to rest, reorganize food, and address early gear issues.
Details
Warner Springs plays a recurring role in PCT histories as one of the first significant resupply communities after Julian. The trail passes close to the community and associated facilities, allowing hikers to access food, mail, and occasional hiker-focused services without lengthy off-trail travel.
Given that offerings can shift from year to year, hikers often consult current information to confirm which services are available during their season. Regardless of specific amenities, Warner Springs remains a notable waypoint where many hikers adjust to the demands of the trail and prepare for the upcoming segments toward the San Jacinto area.
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