SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MOUNTAINS NATIONAL MONUMENT

The Santa Rosa and San Jacinto MANAGEMENT GOALS Mountains rise abruptly from • Preserve biological and geological resources, below sea level in the Colorado including the endangered Peninsular Ranges Bighorn Sheep, springs, palm oases, as well Desert to the snow-capped as other native species, formations, and San Jacinto Peak at 10,834 feet. natural communities. Within this dramatic and varied landscape • Preserve the ancient cultural resources. are magnificent palm oases, abundant • Protect the scenic backdrop of the Coachella wildlife, rich cultural resources, and Valley communities including scenic corridors diverse recreational opportunities. and visitor gateways. This is the first National Monument • Provide recreational opportunities and visitor designated by the U.S. Congress to be services so people can experience and enjoy managed jointly by the Bureau of Land the biological resources and scenic value of Management and the Forest Service. the monument. U.S. Congresswoman Mary Bono (R) • Support the above goals through partnerships introduced the Monument legislation into and cooperative management. Congress on February 16, 2000 and U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein (D) introduced a companion bill into the Senate on July 26, 2000. Through bipartisan efforts, the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National WHO ARE THE MONUMENT PARTNERS? Monument was created when President William Clinton signed the act into law on BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT 86,400 acres October 24, 2000. FOREST SERVICE 64,400 acres Community-Based Management is the model AGUA CALIENTE BAND 23,000 acres used for conserving the valuable resources OF CAHUILLA INDIANS found in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto CALIFORNIA STATE AGENCIES 43,000 acres Mountains National Monument. Management (&other local governments} will be a joint effort between the BLM and the PRIVATE LAND 55,200 acres Forest Service in cooperation with the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, state agencies, and local governments. -"51 . --

MONUMENT WILDLIFE THE FIRST PEOPLE RECREATION

The Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains The San Bernardino and San Jacinto WHERE TO GO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO provide habitat for a suite of federally listed Mountains were hunting and gathering The San Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains are • Always check with Monument staff or threatened and endangered species, areas for Native Americans for thousands best known for their spectacular landscapes. The volunteers before entering into an area if there magnificent fan palm oases, and more of years before the first Europeans arrived. barrel cactus of the desert and the palms of the is any question as to whether or not the area is than 500 species of plants. The Cahuilla lived in the desert areas in and canyon springs are not far from the subalpine open to the public. The Monument and the around the San Jacintos and Santa Rosas. forests of pine and fir. Sightseers have many • Roads in this area vary depending on where surrounding areas provide Today, the Cahuilla people live near Anza, views of broad plateaus and rolling hills as well you are traveling. Highway 74 is steep and important habitat for the Banning, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, as rock-ribbed peaks. winding. If you have a large trailer or motor Peninsular Ranges Bighorn Thermal, and Hemet. A mixture of private, county, city, state, federal, home, please check road conditions before Sheep ( Ovis canadensis), The varied topography rising up from the federally listed as and tribal facilities provide services for visitors you go, especially during winter months when valley floor allowed easy access to a wide throughout the year. higher elevations receive snow. Unpaved endangered in 1998. In many ways, the variety of resources. Nearly 80% of the majestic and elusive bighorn sheep has roads are normally accessible to passenger necessary food species could be gathered SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MOUNTAINS cars. Unimproved roads should only be become the symbol for the area. NATIONAL MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER • 760/ 862.9984 within 5 miles of each Cahuilla village. attempted with a high clearance vehicle. The So uthern Yell ow Bat (Lasiurus ega or Villages were typically located in the Upper The Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National xanthinus) is an inhabitant of native fan palm Sonoran Life Zone, providing access to the Monument Visitor Center is on Highway 74 just • Signs are limited so please carry a detailed map. south of Palm Desert. This facility has exhibits on oases. This bat has yellowish brown fur and resources of both the Lower Sonoran and • Special Recreation Permits are required for all desert wildlife and cultural history. hunts for flying insects at night. It is a Transitional Life Zones. The majority of commercial outfitters and organized groups California state species of concern. plant and animal species integral to the IDYLLWYLD RANGER STATION • 909/ 659.21 17 such as scouts and school groups. An The Desert Tortoise ( Gopherus or Xerobates Cahuilla way of life were located in these TDD PHONE • 909/659.5748 Adventure Pass is required to recreate within agassizii) is California's official reptile. The three lower altitude zones. The higher The Idyllwild Ranger Station, in downtown Idyllwild the San Bernardino National Forest. populations living north and west of the elevations, with their pine forests, were at Pinecrest Avenue and Highway 243, sells books • Group size can vary depending on which Colorado River were listed as threatened traditional Cahuilla hunting grounds. and maps. The Station also issues Wilderness permits campsite you visit. The Monument offers a in April of 1990. for the Forest Service Wilderness areas. Much of the evidence of past diverse range of camping opportunities The Desert Slender Salamander (B atrachoseps Cahuilla camps and settlements TAHQUITZ CANYON VISITOR CENTER • 760/ 416.7044 from family, group, dispersed and wilderness aridus) only lives in one or two steep-walled is now gone. Visitors The Tahquitz Visitor Center is located at the entrance settings. Most campgrounds open in May desert canyons in the Santa Rosa Mountains. do occasionally find pieces to Tahquitz Canyon- just west of Palm Canyon and close in October. The Desert Slender Salamander is a federally of pottery or arrowheads. Drive in downtown Palm Springs. The visitor center listed endemic species. offers both educational and cultural exhibits. The For current recreation information please All artifacts are protected and Center has artifacts on display, an observation deck, contact the National Monument Visitor The Least Bell's Vireo (Vireo bellii pusillus) is should remain where they are found. Laws guided hikes, and a theater room for a video which Center at 760/862.9984. a small grey, migratory songbird which protect these artifacts from removal. Stiff narrates the legend of Tahquitz Canyon. inhabits dense thickets of willow and penalties are imposed for removing such cottonwood trees near rivers and streams. It is items or damaging archeological artifacts on CALIFORNIA DE PT OF FISH & GAME • 909/ 597. 9823 on both the federal and state endangered sites. Be sure to contact Monument Rangers SAN JACINTO CALIFORNIA STATE PARK species list. Once considered to be among at the Visitor Center if you find something VISITOR CENTER • 909/ 659.2607 the most abundant species of birds in the state you suspect belonged to Native Americans. of California, these vireos are now rare. PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAM• 760/ 325.1391 GmlNG TO ntE MONUMENT HOURS & FACIUTIES REGULATIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains You may visit the National Monument year-round. Each season Please help us preserve and proled the National Monument. • Always carry enough water, at least National Monument is located about exerts its unique charac:ler on the area. Sa that future generations may enjoy it loo, - ask that you one gallon per person per day. 100 miles east of downtown Los Angeles follow these regulations: Motorized vehicles must stay on Increase the amount lo two gallons Monument Visitor Center is open daily, except Christmas via Interstate 10. The for established roads. OFF-ROAD DRMNG IS PROHIBITED per day when it is hot or you are and New Years 9:00 a.m. lo .4:00 p.m. Day, from • Camping is permitted only in designated areas or with performing strenuous activity. backcountry registration on National Forest land. • Wildlife, Detailed information on weather, road conditions, backcountry • Always inform someone of your plans use, campgrounds, and regulations may be obloined at the Visitor plants, and natural, cultural, and archeological features are before you go. Give them your route Center. Check for posted activity and interpretive walk schedules. protected by federal lows, with fines and possible imprisonment and your expected time of return. for violations. Do not disturb, mutilate, deface, or remove natural Always bring your own food and water when traveling in the area. or cultural objects. • Firearms and explosives are prohibited. • Watch where you put your hands Firearms are permitted where and when hunting is allowed within and feet, especially in the summer the National Monument. when snakes are active. Please contact the National Monument Visitor Center at • IN AN EMERGENCY, CALL 911 760/862.9984 regarding pet regulations.

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