Neighborhoods
Idyllwild is a small artsy town that feels like a true get-away in the mountains. Downtown has an plaza with towering trees, surrounded by a wide variety of restaurants, wine bars, a brewery, coffee shops, vintage stores, artisanal ice cream, homemade candy/chocolate, a small arcade, and even a quaint one-room theater. Idyllwild is untouched by major chain stores, and instead, boasts Mom-and-Pop shops full of hand-made or curated products. With fine dining, art galleries, sports pubs, mountain biking, fishing, and breath-taking hikes you will soon realize Idyllwild is a gem of a town that offers the best of all worlds.
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Idyllwild-Pine Cove
Idyllwild is a small artsy town that feels like a true get-away in the mountains. Downtown has an plaza with towering trees, surrounded by a wide variety of restaurants, wine bars, a brewery, coffee shops, vintage stores, artisanal ice cream, homemade candy/chocolate, a small arcade, and even a quaint one-room theater. Idyllwild is untouched by major chain stores, and instead, boasts Mom-and-Pop shops full of hand-made or curated products. With fine dining, art galleries, sports pubs, mountain biking, fishing, and breath-taking hikes you will soon realize Idyllwild is a gem of a town that offers the best of all worlds.
Food scene
Fine Italian dining with wonderful service and a beautiful back patio. You cannot beat the wood-fire-made personal pizzas or anything with the Bolognese sauce.
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FERRO
25840 Cedar StFine Italian dining with wonderful service and a beautiful back patio. You cannot beat the wood-fire-made personal pizzas or anything with the Bolognese sauce.
This restaurant boasts delicious food and an indoor-outdoor ambiance.
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Cafe Aroma
54750 N Circle DrThis restaurant boasts delicious food and an indoor-outdoor ambiance.
Enjoy breakfast and lunch under the trees on their front deck. The food is fresh and the ambiance is hip.
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Mama's Egg House
54241 Ridgeview DrEnjoy breakfast and lunch under the trees on their front deck. The food is fresh and the ambiance is hip.
The Idyllwild Brewpub has something for everyone. It's such a fun atmosphere and the food (and beer) is delicious!
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Idyllwild Brewpub
54423 Village Center DrThe Idyllwild Brewpub has something for everyone. It's such a fun atmosphere and the food (and beer) is delicious!
A bit unexpected that sushi would be so fresh and tasty in a mountain town, but we highly recommend this spot if you're craving sushi!
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Idy Sushi Rolls
25980 CA-243A bit unexpected that sushi would be so fresh and tasty in a mountain town, but we highly recommend this spot if you're craving sushi!
Lumber Mill Bar & Grill
25985 CA-243We love the burgers here!
Their pizza is classic. Plus, if you're craving something fresh they have really good salads and vegetarian appetizers!
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Idyllwild Pizza Company
54391 Village Center DrTheir pizza is classic. Plus, if you're craving something fresh they have really good salads and vegetarian appetizers!
We haven't tried Gastrognome yet, but it gets great reviews!
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Restaurant Gastrognome
54381 Ridgeview DrWe haven't tried Gastrognome yet, but it gets great reviews!
La Casita
54650 N Circle DrCraving some solid Mexican food? This is your spot!
This Mexican restaurant looks like a perfect place to get great food and drinks. We haven't tried it yet but it gets great reviews!
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Manzanita Cantina and Grill
26290 CA-243This Mexican restaurant looks like a perfect place to get great food and drinks. We haven't tried it yet but it gets great reviews!
Red Kettle
54220 N Circle DrMamma Mia Crepes and Desserts
54225 N Circle DrTommy's Kitchen
54700 N Circle DrIf you are looking for great pour-over or cold brew coffee, this is the spot.
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Black Mountain Coffee Roasters
54425 N Circle DrIf you are looking for great pour-over or cold brew coffee, this is the spot.
Sightseeing
This is a beautiful trail! On a clear day, you can see the ocean. As for all outdoor activities, before you go be sure to get a day pass from the Ranger Station, the Village Market, or other locations in town.
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Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail 3E07
Fern Valley RoadThis is a beautiful trail! On a clear day, you can see the ocean. As for all outdoor activities, before you go be sure to get a day pass from the Ranger Station, the Village Market, or other locations in town.
Grab a scavenger hunt check off list from the nature center to engage the kiddos during the beautiful hikes.
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Idyllwild Nature Center
25225 CA-243Grab a scavenger hunt check off list from the nature center to engage the kiddos during the beautiful hikes.
Lake Fulmor is a delightful oasis for people and wildlife. On the trail winding around the lake look for ground squirrels, tree frogs, butterflies, and dragonflies; listen for the raucous chatter of Steller’s jays. Fully accessible pier, picnic tables and toilet.
Fishing information: Rainbow trout may be planted by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Their fish planting schedule is available online
Source: FS.usda.gov
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Lake Fulmor Day Use Area
Hall Decker RoadLake Fulmor is a delightful oasis for people and wildlife. On the trail winding around the lake look for ground squirrels, tree frogs, butterflies, and dragonflies; listen for the raucous chatter of Steller’s jays. Fully accessible pier, picnic tables and toilet.
Fishing information: Rainbow trout may be planted by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Their fish planting schedule is available online
Source: FS.usda.gov
Lake Hemet is approximately 10 miles southeast of downtown Idyllwild. It is a fantastic location for fishing, swimming (summer months only), boating, and bird watching (even Eagles!). The lake boasts healthy populations of Bass, Blue Gill and Catfish and privately stocked Rainbow and Lightning Trout from November to April each year. The Marina Store and our front Market both carry a wide variety of bait and tackle, and knowledgeable staff can direct you to the best spots to fish from. Rent pontoon, fishing boats, or kayaks. Enjoy a refreshing swim at the Splashing Eagle Swim Zone from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Eat at at the Lake Hemet cafe or Market.
Source: GoLakeHemet.com
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Lake Hemet
Lake Hemet is approximately 10 miles southeast of downtown Idyllwild. It is a fantastic location for fishing, swimming (summer months only), boating, and bird watching (even Eagles!). The lake boasts healthy populations of Bass, Blue Gill and Catfish and privately stocked Rainbow and Lightning Trout from November to April each year. The Marina Store and our front Market both carry a wide variety of bait and tackle, and knowledgeable staff can direct you to the best spots to fish from. Rent pontoon, fishing boats, or kayaks. Enjoy a refreshing swim at the Splashing Eagle Swim Zone from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Eat at at the Lake Hemet cafe or Market.
Source: GoLakeHemet.com