The Dusk House’s Guide to Idyllwild
Food scene
Alpaca Coffee & Tea
26600 CA-243The best coffee, lattes and tea on the hill.
Amelia’s Donuts & More
54300 N Circle DrHot ‘n fresh donuts. Go early, they tend to sell out.
Red Kettle
54220 N Circle DrClassic diner food, an Idyllwild standby.
Our local brewery has solid pub fare and an alpine view from their open air patio.
135 yerel halk öneriyor
Idyllwild Brewpub
54423 Village Center DrOur local brewery has solid pub fare and an alpine view from their open air patio.
Manzanita Cantina and Grill
26290 CA-243The best fresh squeezed margaritas in town!
Classic Mexican dishes under the pines. They don’t have a full bar, but they do have cold beers and delicious potato tacos.
68 yerel halk öneriyor
La Casita
54650 N Circle DrClassic Mexican dishes under the pines. They don’t have a full bar, but they do have cold beers and delicious potato tacos.
Italian cuisine with a killer patio. Their lasagna (meat or veggie) is always a hit. Make your dinner reservations in advance as it can book up weeks out.
147 yerel halk öneriyor
FERRO
25840 Cedar StItalian cuisine with a killer patio. Their lasagna (meat or veggie) is always a hit. Make your dinner reservations in advance as it can book up weeks out.
The oldest restaurant in town, they have an expansive martini menu and their location right on the square is great for people watching.
75 yerel halk öneriyor
Restaurant Gastrognome
54381 Ridgeview DrThe oldest restaurant in town, they have an expansive martini menu and their location right on the square is great for people watching.
This cozy wine bar has a curated selection of natural wines and beer too. Located upstairs across from the square, it also has great views of Tahquitz Peak from the outdoor patio.
25 yerel halk öneriyor
The Wine Finch
54225 North Circle DriveThis cozy wine bar has a curated selection of natural wines and beer too. Located upstairs across from the square, it also has great views of Tahquitz Peak from the outdoor patio.
A popular spot both for locals and visitors. Burgers, BBQ and karaoke on weekends.
38 yerel halk öneriyor
Lumber Mill Bar & Grill
25985 CA-243A popular spot both for locals and visitors. Burgers, BBQ and karaoke on weekends.
Traditionally made dark chocolate, featuring sipping chocolates, even ice cream sundaes and milkshakes.
41 yerel halk öneriyor
El Buen Cacao
54423 Village Center DrTraditionally made dark chocolate, featuring sipping chocolates, even ice cream sundaes and milkshakes.
Say hi to Mayor Max while eating an ice cream cone, just make sure he doesn’t sneak a lick.
21 yerel halk öneriyor
Idyllwild Ice Cream & Jerky
54282 N Circle DrSay hi to Mayor Max while eating an ice cream cone, just make sure he doesn’t sneak a lick.
Alpaca Kitchen
Alpaca Coffee's brand new dine-in eatery, formerly the Mile High Cafe.
Shala Tea Company
Great new tea shop with baked goods and housewares.
Local baker's just-opened lovely brick and mortar store. Go early because they sell out!
Raven Hill Bagels + Market
Local baker's just-opened lovely brick and mortar store. Go early because they sell out!
Shopping
Come in for a custom pair of chaps, vest, or moccasins, and leave with a story.
Mountain Mike's Custom Leather
54360 N Circle DrCome in for a custom pair of chaps, vest, or moccasins, and leave with a story.
Ephemera
54225 N Circle DrOne of the best curated thrift shops around.
Merkaba
54210 N Circle DrExtensive assortment of loose leaf teas, herbs and wizard statues.
Wildland
54425 N Circle DrSkin care, wellness products and charming home decor.
Hunky Dory Records
54200 N Circle DrVintage records and cassette tapes.
Art Dept.
54240 Pine Crest AvenueAn adorable shop for art supplies and papergoods.
Wild Idy
54340 N Circle DrVibey boutique with vintage tees and lots more.
Speakeasy Bookmarket
Mix of obscure vintage titles and new releases.
El Sereno Mercantile
An excellent selection of home and garden goods.
Vintage records, cassettes, VHS, books, and videogames curated by Ephemera Bazaar and Speakeasy Books.
Midnite Moon
Vintage records, cassettes, VHS, books, and videogames curated by Ephemera Bazaar and Speakeasy Books.
AS IS Vintage
Astrid stocks an incredible selection of vintage clothes, shoes and accessories.
The Record Collector
54225 Pine Crest Ave80,000 records, mostly classical and jazz but with other genres mixed in.
Canopy Toys
Very cute newly-opened toy shop.
Hiking
If you only have time for one hike, we recommend this one. (Moderate)
59 yerel halk öneriyor
Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail 3E07
Fern Valley RoadIf you only have time for one hike, we recommend this one. (Moderate)
Parking along the road can fill up during the weekend, but there's additional parking across the street at the Idyllwild Nature Center.
35 yerel halk öneriyor
Deer Springs Trail
Deer Spring TrailParking along the road can fill up during the weekend, but there's additional parking across the street at the Idyllwild Nature Center.
San Jacinto Ranger Station
54270 Pine Crest AveFree hiking permits and trail maps.
Hurkey Creek park is home to a short hike to an amazing waterfall and swimming hole, just ask the park ranger when entering.
6 yerel halk öneriyor
Hurkey Creek Park
56375 CA-74Hurkey Creek park is home to a short hike to an amazing waterfall and swimming hole, just ask the park ranger when entering.
Sightseeing
A nice spot for a walk around the lake. There's fishing but no swimming!
71 yerel halk öneriyor
Lake Fulmor Day Use Area
Hall Decker RoadA nice spot for a walk around the lake. There's fishing but no swimming!
The Nature Center has many small educational exhibits and trails ranging from easy to advanced.
114 yerel halk öneriyor
Idyllwild Doğa Merkezi
25225 CA-243The Nature Center has many small educational exhibits and trails ranging from easy to advanced.
About a half hour drive away, Lake Hemet is accessible with an Adventure Pass for fishing, picnicking or hiking. Across the lake there is also a private harbor and boat launch, with boat rentals and swimming available for a separate fee.
48 yerel halk öneriyor
Lake Hemet
About a half hour drive away, Lake Hemet is accessible with an Adventure Pass for fishing, picnicking or hiking. Across the lake there is also a private harbor and boat launch, with boat rentals and swimming available for a separate fee.
Idy-wild rides
Electric bike rentals right on the village square.
Şehir tavsiyesi
Gezinme
Adventure Passes required for trailhead parking.
Avoid getting a ticket and pick up an Adventure Pass for $5 from any other markets or gas stations in town.