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For those expecting to make multiple visits to a region exploring trails beyond the PCT, Tom Harrison’s series of topographic maps are more versatile and convenient. These sturdy, color waterproof maps accurately portray all of the trails in the regions. Most of the trips in this guide are covered by Tom Harrison Maps; where applicable, the name of the map is noted on the trip description. These maps are also available at outdoor equipment stores and at http://tomharrisonmaps.com.

Hikers in the San Jacinto region are fortunate to have the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument map. This well-designed map covers both desert and mountains and will give you ideas for dozens of great hikes across the monument year-round. The map is sold at ranger stations and hiking stores in the vicinity of the monument.

Erik the Black’s Pacific Crest Trail Atlas is a handy five-volume book containing maps, distances, and data regarding water and camping. Volume 1 covers the region between the Mexican border and Tehachapi Pass (ssss1–ssss1 of this book), while Volume 2 covers the Sierra Nevada.