About Idyllwild Idyllwild is a delightful rural village 5,300 feet high in the pristine San Jacinto Mountains of Southern California. The fresh clean air and the scent of pines will call you back again and again. Take advantage of the many activities on the mountain or venture off to the desert, an hour's drive away. Hundreds of miles of hiking trails exist from gentle strolls along Strawberry Creek, to vigorous all-day walks to the highest peaks or to exciting rock climbing.
Horseback riding is available at local stables in season.
Explore the unique shops in the village - offering everything from antiques, local arts, handicrafts, jewelry, to clothing and mountain accessories. Named one of the 100 best small art towns in America. Dining includes many choices from Mexican, Chinese, steak and seafood, continental, to specialty sandwich and pie shops. Jazz Festival Weekend. The exhilarating Palm Springs Tramway which carries passengers from the desert to nearly 8,500 feet is about an hour's drive away.