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Four Seasons
Seasonal changes are heralded by colorful
foliage in the autumn, snow in the winter, and
daffodils and song birds in the spring. Clear
skies and low ambient light make Idyllwild a
perfect place for summer star gazing.
Nature
Scenic trails and lookouts present rich
opportunities for artists and photographers as
well as hikers, mountain bikers, rock climbers
and horseback riders. The town also boasts a
nature center and several overnight camps.
Culture
Idyllwild is known as a "Small Alpine Village,
Big Art Town." Galleries and annual art shows
spotlight jewelry, furniture, glass, ceramics,
paintings, photography, wood, weavings and
sculpture created by local artists.
Annual musical events attract world-class
entertainment and large audiences from far and
wide. Idyllwild hosts hometown productions
featuring its own master chorale and orchestra
as well as the Idyllwild Arts Academy, an
internationally acclaimed high school for the
arts.
Shopping and Restaurants
Visitors wile away the afternoon strolling
through one-of-a-kind boutiques or enjoying an
Irish coffee in front of a fireplace at a local
pub. Idyllwild has a plethora of restaurants,
from cozy coffee shops to upscale bistros
offering international cuisine.
Lodging
City dwellers and celebrities find sanctuary
amid majestic wilderness whether they are
camping overnight or savoring a view of Lily
Rock from one of Idyllwild's many bed and
breakfasts, inns and private vacation home
rentals.
Pack your hiking boots
One of the village's
best-known attractions is its proximity to more
than 275 miles of
scenic hiking trails winding through the San
Jacinto Mountains.
Take the backroads
The
most scenic route to Idyllwild is via the
backroads. Trust us, there's
less traffic and more chances to see
wildlife. It may take you a little
longer to get there, but it's worth it.
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