Idyllwild vacation rentals

Mile-high Idyllwild-Pine Cove awaits

Don't forget to wax up the walking boots and dust off the hiking poles for that trip to Mile-high Idyllwild, which sits in the shadow of the rocky San Jacinto Mountains. Up there, between spear-like forests of pine trees and babbling creeks, Idyllwild-Pine Cove vacation rentals offer a gateway to one of California's beautiful sections of wilderness. Daring climbers come to conquer the crags of Tahquitz Rock, while walkers come to hit the famous South Ridge Trail and the Deer Springs Trail. And that's not even mentioning the art lovers, who flock here from LA to go to local galleries and boutique painting stores.

Idyllwild-Pine Cove is all about the mountains

The main attractions of Idyllwild-Pine Cove loom up on all sides of the small town. Search for Idyllwild-Pine Cove vacation rentals in the form of rustic wood cabins if you want to get up-close to famous peaks like Tahquitz and San Jacinto itself. There's also access to the eye-watering Palms to Pines Scenic Byway, which comes with views of sweeping forests and babbling creeks. And there's the Middle Ridge Winery, which is the place to visit to buy local tipples to share by the fireplace in the evening.

From craggy rocks to charming shops

In the cozy confines of Idyllwild, the beautiful outdoor setting provides a perfect backdrop for every outdoor activity imaginable. Set up camp in Idyllwild County Park, or hike your way up the majestic mountain trails. The area is also known for its challenging climbing rocks. They aren't for the timid, but they make for some fabulous social media photo opps—just be sure you’re wearing the appropriate gear! For those whose preferred activity is handing over the credit card, Idyllwild has several folksy shops where you can buy everything from homemade soaps to heady candles.

Visit Idyllwild-Pine Cove during the trekking season

Although the timber-clad cabins and rustic mountain stays that pepper the forests around Idyllwild-Pine Cove are cozy prospects in the winter months, most travelers head to the lands around San Jacinto during the spring and summertime. That's because there's currently no ski fields on offer here, while the hiking between the months of May and September is second-to-none. Search for your Idyllwild-Pine Cove vacation rentals then to be in with the best highland walking, and enjoy all the al fresco art shows the town has to offer.

Ponderosas pines and peaks in Idyllwild-Pine Cove

You'll only need to step out of the door of your Idyllwild-Pine Cove vacation rentals to see the wondrous landscapes that make this corner of Cali so loved by adventure travelers. Deep in the rugged valleys of the Mount San Jacinto State Park, the place is watched over by the often-snow-topped ridges of Mount San Jacinto itself, while the sinewy valleys of the Santa Rosa Mountains carve through the ground to the south. Between the fan ferns and creeks there, you'll see rare boas, lizards, and buzzing hummingbirds alike.

How to get to and around Idyllwild

The nearest airport is in Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP), located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT), which is 54.6 mi (88 km) away.