Amanda’s guidebook
Grab Some Food!
These are the restaurants I recommend in town and what I recommend them for
This is the best spot for a date night in my opinion, but also great food for a more casual night.
81 residents recomanen
Fratello’s Ristorante & Pizzeria
54295 Ridgeview DrThis is the best spot for a date night in my opinion, but also great food for a more casual night.
Red Kettle
54220 N Circle DrGood, cheap diner eats and a great place to bring children
I haven't personally eaten here, but it's the vegan place in town.
17 residents recomanen
Plant Food Supper Club
54241 Ridgeview DrI haven't personally eaten here, but it's the vegan place in town.
Grab a Drink
These are the best places if you're looking for a drink.
Coffee, not alcohol. Sometimes they have live music. They also have art to check out/buy.
40 residents recomanen
Higher Grounds
54245 N Circle DrCoffee, not alcohol. Sometimes they have live music. They also have art to check out/buy.
I get a Cherry Wheat almost every time I'm in town! They also have food.
135 residents recomanen
Idyllwild Brewpub
54423 Village Center DrI get a Cherry Wheat almost every time I'm in town! They also have food.
Winery and art space. They often have events you can pop into
50 residents recomanen
Middle Ridge Winery
54301 N Circle DrWinery and art space. They often have events you can pop into
Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro
54245 N Circle DrThe only true bar-like atmosphere in town
Be Idle
Things to do on a low-key vacation.
Fairway Market
54411 Village Center DrGroceries, Firewood, and other provisions for your stay.
This little museum is (I think) donation only and is a fun little place to learn about the town development and history
28 residents recomanen
Idyllwild Area Historical Society
54470 N Circle DrThis little museum is (I think) donation only and is a fun little place to learn about the town development and history
The entry point is actually in Palm Springs, but this Tram takes you right into the Long Valley Trails. You can take the tram up and down or, if you're up for it, take the tram up and hike back to town! It's 12 mi to the cabin and 8 mi back to the Humber Park parking area (you would need 2 cars for this). Peaks restaurant at the summit lets you dine at 8500 feet! (2700 elevation loss from Peak to Humber)
1213 residents recomanen
Telefèric de Palm Springs
1 Tram WayThe entry point is actually in Palm Springs, but this Tram takes you right into the Long Valley Trails. You can take the tram up and down or, if you're up for it, take the tram up and hike back to town! It's 12 mi to the cabin and 8 mi back to the Humber Park parking area (you would need 2 cars for this). Peaks restaurant at the summit lets you dine at 8500 feet! (2700 elevation loss from Peak to Humber)
Did you know that our Mayor is a dog? Meet the mayor in town most weekends. You can also follow Mayor Max and his deputies Mitzi and Mikey on facebook. https://mayormax.com/
8 residents recomanen
Living Free Animal Sanctuary
54250 Keen Camp RdDid you know that our Mayor is a dog? Meet the mayor in town most weekends. You can also follow Mayor Max and his deputies Mitzi and Mikey on facebook. https://mayormax.com/
Art Alliance of Idyllwild has placed painted deer decorated by local artists throughout town. They're super fun to try to find. Can you find them all? https://www.kesq.com/video/nearly-30-painted-deer-are-adding-to-the-charm-of-the-mile-high-community-of-idyllwild/759880672
46 residents recomanen
Idyllwild
Art Alliance of Idyllwild has placed painted deer decorated by local artists throughout town. They're super fun to try to find. Can you find them all? https://www.kesq.com/video/nearly-30-painted-deer-are-adding-to-the-charm-of-the-mile-high-community-of-idyllwild/759880672
Be Wild
Things to do for a more adventurous vacation
The actual center is a great place to learn about the native pine species in the area and the habitat. There are several short trails, including one that ends in our neighborhood off Delano Dr. (2 mi hike each way out/back)
114 residents recomanen
Idyllwild Nature Center
25225 CA-243The actual center is a great place to learn about the native pine species in the area and the habitat. There are several short trails, including one that ends in our neighborhood off Delano Dr. (2 mi hike each way out/back)
A tight little shop supplying all your last-minute hiking and climbing needs!
11 residents recomanen
Nomad Ventures
28780 Old Town Front StA tight little shop supplying all your last-minute hiking and climbing needs!
In the house, there are several hiking guides to choose the best trails throughout this vast and pristine park and surrounding forest
34 residents recomanen
Parc Estatal del Mont San Jacinto
25905 CA-243In the house, there are several hiking guides to choose the best trails throughout this vast and pristine park and surrounding forest
Essential Services
A quick guide to essential services you may need. Stay safe and have a great trip!
There is no mail service so if you need to mail or deliver anything through USPS, you need the Post Office
6 residents recomanen
United States Postal Service
54391 Village Center DrThere is no mail service so if you need to mail or deliver anything through USPS, you need the Post Office
There is no trash service so if you need to dispose of anything, take it here
Idyllwild Transfer Station
28100 Saunders Meadow RdThere is no trash service so if you need to dispose of anything, take it here
In most cases, you should call 911 if you have an emergency. See: https://idyllwildtowncrier.com/2017/04/13/chief-concerns-understanding-911-emergency-reporting/ They will typically dispatch the fire department.
Idyllwild Fire Department
54160 Maranatha DrIn most cases, you should call 911 if you have an emergency. See: https://idyllwildtowncrier.com/2017/04/13/chief-concerns-understanding-911-emergency-reporting/ They will typically dispatch the fire department.