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Hwy 74-243 to Pine Cove Climb
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Hwy 74-243 to Pine Cove Climb
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Hwy 74-243 to Pine Cove Climb
Road cycling
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South Fork San Jacinto Wilderness
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Paul_C
May 6, 2025
Road cycling
Heading north on Highway 243 from its junction with Highway 74 begins a scenic climb into the cool pine forests of the San Jacinto Mountains towards the communities of Pine Cove and Idyllwild. You'll ascend steadily through beautiful mountain terrain for approximately 5-6 miles, gaining around 1,700 ft to reach elevations near 6,200ft. Be prepared for a consistent and challenging effort, with the climb averaging a solid 6-7% featuring sustained sections reaching 8-9%.
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Distance 30.7 km
Uphill 1,570 m
Downhill 240 m
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Location: Mountain Center, Riverside County, California, United States