This is a moderate 5.2 mile out-and-back hike with approximately 800ft of elevation gain. The trail offers beautiful scenic views of Suicide and Lily Rocks and crosses seasonal streams along the way. Please note: an Adventure Pass ($5/day or $30/year) is required for parking at this hike and can be purchased at the Shell Gas Station in town.

Located 1 mile northwest of Idyllwild on Highway 243, Idyllwild Nature Center has 5+ miles of hiking trails, picnic area, indoor and outdoor activities for kids, bathrooms, gardens, and a museum.

The Wine Finch is the perfect weekend escape for wine and beer aficionados. Sample curated natural and organic wines (or craft beers) while enjoying views of Tahquitz Peak, town center and all the beauty of the San Jacinto Mountains.

This downtown Idyllwild shopping center is filled with unique gift and antique shops, boutiques, galleries, and wide variety of dining options.

As Idyllwild is an unincorporated town, it has no human mayor or other politicians. Idyllwild Animal Rescue Friends, a non-profit 501(c)(3), sponsored Idyllwild's first-ever mayoral election where a golden retriever named Max became Idyllwild's first mayor. Mayor Max, III serves the town of Idyllwild, along with Vice Mayor Meadow and Deputy Mayor Mitzi.

Max is usually in town to visit with locals and visitors on Friday at 4:00 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday at 2:00 p.m. His usual visiting location is from his Mayor-Mobiles in front of Wooley's.