NewsNBC Los Angeles (KNBC) – LocalJuly 3, 2026United States
Missing hikers found in San Gorgonio Wilderness
A mother and daughter who went missing while hiking the Vivian Creek Trail in the San Gorgonio Wilderness have been located by authorities. The two women were found on Friday afternoon, one day after they were reported missing.
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This incident highlights safety conditions and search-and-rescue operations within the San Bernardino National Forest, where trail elevations range from 6,200 to 11,499 feet.
Key Facts
- Two women, ages 21 and 41, were reported missing on Thursday morning.
- The hikers were located by authorities on Friday afternoon.
- The hikers were on the Vivian Creek Trail in the San Gorgonio Wilderness.
- Authorities reported that the hikers did not appear to be injured.
- The Vivian Creek Trail is described as the shortest and steepest route to the summit of Mount San Gorgonio.
- The San Gorgonio Wilderness is located within the San Bernardino National Forest.
- San Gorgonio Peak reaches an elevation of 11,502 feet.
- Trails in the area are recommended for intermediate to expert hikers.
Who's Mentioned
other21“Age of the daughter.”other11,499“Upper elevation range of the trails.”locationVivian Creek Trail“The specific trail the hikers were using.”locationSan Gorgonio Wilderness“The area where the hikers went missing.”other6,200“Lower elevation range of the trails.”locationMount San Gorgonio“The summit the hikers were attempting to reach.”other11,502“Height of San Gorgonio Peak in feet.”other41“Age of the mother.”