San Dimas Mountain Rescue Team

Home
United States
San Dimas, CA
San Dimas Mountain Rescue Team

Not all who wander are lost, but we search for the ones who are. On call, 24-7, 365, when people in our mountains and county need help.

When a hiker is missing or injured, or wildfire threatens foothill residents, or a child is missing, the Sheriff’s Department and Fire Departments call the San Dimas Mountain Rescue Team into action. We serve the area from the San Gabriel River to the east end of Los Angeles County, from Orange County to Angeles Crest. In addition, we stand ready to assist other teams and agencies locally and beyo

nd when people are in need. This team is officially designated to respond to searches for missing children, overdue or lost hikers and downed aircraft in wilderness areas and parks, and to evacuate homeowners threatened by floods or advancing fires.

09/01/2026

🏔️ KNOW THE DIFFERENCE. IT COULD SAVE A LIFE. 🏔️

As temperatures climb, so does your risk of heat-related illness on the trail. Do you know the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke?

🟢 Heat Exhaustion — your body's warning sign. Heavy sweating, cool/clammy skin, muscle cramps, fatigue, dizziness, headache, nausea.
➡️ Move to shade, hydrate, loosen clothing, cool off. Seek help if it doesn't improve in 30–60 min.

🔴 Heat Stroke — a medical EMERGENCY. High body temp (103°F+), hot/dry skin, confusion, seizures, loss of consciousness.
➡️ Call 911 immediately. Cool the body fast. Do NOT give fluids if the person is confused or unconscious.

Prevention is everything:
💧 Hydrate early & often
🧂 Replace electrolytes
☀️ Avoid peak sun hours (10AM–4PM)
🧢 Wear appropriate gear
⏱️ Take breaks in the shade
👀 Look out for each other

Respect nature. Protect yourself. Stay safe out there. 🇺🇸

08/25/2026

Big shoutout to FOUNDATION Outdoors for their support. As an all volunteer SAR team we rely on the generosity of the community and corporations to help us remain operationally ready. In the field nutrition that is light weight, great tasting and calorie dense is important. Foundation Outdoors checks all those boxes at a great price point.

08/18/2026

🔥🏕️ JOIN US FOR FAMILY FIRESIDE NIGHT! 🏕️🔥

The San Dimas Mountain Rescue Team is excited to be part of the Family Fireside Night hosted by the San Dimas Canyon Nature Center Associates!

Bring the family and join us for an afternoon of fun, learning, and outdoor adventure. There will be educational exhibits, games, s’mores, a Camping 101 workshop, an animal ambassador presentation, and more! 🐻🔥🏕️

We’ll be there representing San Dimas Mountain Rescue and sharing a little about what we do to help keep our local mountains and community safe.

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 3:00–6:00 PM
📍 San Dimas Canyon Nature Center
1628 N. Sycamore Canyon Rd., San Dimas

Come out, say hello to the team, enjoy the activities, and make an afternoon of it with the family!

We hope to see you there! 👋🚑⛰️

San Dimas Sheriff's StationSan Dimas Sheriff's Station@sandimascanyonnc

08/05/2026

Yesterday evening, our team was proud to represent San Dimas Mountain Rescue at National Night Out at the San Dimas Sheriff’s Station.

National Night Out is an annual event that brings law enforcement and the community together to strengthen relationships, build trust, and promote safer neighborhoods. It was a great opportunity to meet so many members of our community, answer questions about SAR, share what we do, and hopefully inspire others to get involved in serving their community. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth and showed your support. We look forward to seeing you on the trails—and hopefully at next year’s National Night Out!

07/28/2026

🏔️ Proud Team Moment 🏔️

Today, our own Jessica was honored by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors for an act of true heroism. During a wildfire evacuation near Camp Glenn Rockey on June 13, a family's car malfunctioned and slid down a hillside. Jessica and her fellow honorees didn't hesitate — they jumped into action, using quick thinking and teamwork to save three lives in a moment that could have ended in tragedy.

We couldn't be prouder to call Jessica one of our own. The same courage, composure, and selflessness she brings to San Dimas Mountain Rescue is exactly what she brought to this family in their most terrifying moment.

Several of Jessica's teammates and our Station Coordinator were in the audience today to cheer her on and celebrate this well-deserved recognition. It meant a lot to be there for her, just as she's always there for our community.

Congratulations, Jessica — thank you for showing what it means to serve with heart, on the mountain and off it. 🙌❤️ Supervisor Kathryn Barger Don Meredith

07/23/2026

Over the past weekend, our team stood alongside search and rescue volunteers from across Southern California during a grueling, multi-day search on the unforgiving slopes of Iron Mountain. Together, we searched steep ridges, dense brush, deep canyons, and rugged terrain with one shared purpose: bringing someone home.

What many people don’t realize is that mountain search and rescue is always free. When you call for help, you’ll never receive a bill. Every mission is carried out by 100% volunteer responders who dedicate countless hours to training, purchase much of their own gear, and remain ready to answer the call at any time.

Large operations also come with significant expenses. During the Iron Mountain mission alone, our team spent approximately $2,000 providing hydration and nutrition for more than 50 SAR volunteers from across the region—an essential cost that is never reimbursed.

We don’t do this for recognition or a paycheck. We do it because when someone’s loved one doesn’t come home, someone has to answer the call.

If you’d like to support our mission, please consider donating using the link in our bio. Every contribution helps keep our team equipped, trained, and ready for the next call. If you can’t donate, simply sharing this post helps others understand the sacrifices that keep mountain search and rescue free for everyone.

Address

P. O. Box 35
San Dimas, CA
91773

Telephone

+19094502700

Website

http://sdmrt.com/, https://www.tiktok.com/@san_dimas_mrt?_r=1&_t=ZP-93JZVUW3AEh, https://youtube.com/@sandimasmountainre

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when San Dimas Mountain Rescue Team posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Want your organization to be the top-listed Government Service in San Dimas?