View List On Map-
-
-
1. Pinyon Flat Campground
- Pinyon Flat Campground is located on the edged of the Palm Desert and the Santa Rosa Wilderness, which is populated with bighorn sheep. At an elevation... read more
- Nile Expert Tip: You may want to bring gloves if you plan on hiking in this area.
expert pick -
-
-
2. South Fork Trail (San Bernardino National Forest)
- The moderately strenuous South Fork Trail descends from Highway 74 (elevation 3,800 feet) to the South Fork of the San Jacinto River. The trail... read more
expert pick -
-
-
3. Cahuilla Mountain Trail
- Starting at the Cahuilla Saddle, elevation 4,480 feet, Cahuilla Mountain Trail heads up the northeast slope through thickets of chaparral, live... read more
expert pick -
-
-
4. Cactus Spring Trail
- Cactus Spring Trail enters the Santa Rosa Wilderness where hikers must register at the sign-in box a short way beyond the trailhead; this functions... read more
expert pick -
-
-
5. Mount San Jacinto State Park
- Most of Mount San Jacinto State Park is wilderness, containing three mountain peaks, higher than 10,000 feet in elevation. The mountain's high... read more
-
- Type:
- Nature & Wildlife
user rating -
-
-
6. Black Mountain Fire Lookout
- Lookout towers dot the mountaintops throughout Southern California. Towers are still in use and are open to the public; volunteers are trained... read more
-
- Type:
- Nature & Wildlife
user rating -
-
-
7. Lake Fulmor Picnic Ground
- Lake Fulmor is located in the Black Mountain Scenic Area. The lake is available for day use from 6 AM until 10 PM. The facilities offered include... read more
-
- Type:
- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
-
-
-
8. Devil's Slide Trail
- Devil's Slide Trail is a moderate hike that ascends from Humber Park to Saddle Junction with many switchbacks and far reaching views. From an elevation... read more
-
-
-
9. Spitler Peak Trail
- Spitler Peak Trail is a strenuous 5-mile hike, which has a trailhead elevation of 4,920 feet and rises to an elevation of 7,000 feet. The trail... read more
-
-
-
10. Black Mountain Trail
- Black Mountain Trail begins in chaparral at an elevation 4,480 feet and ends on the forested slopes of Black Mountain, elevation 7,772 feet. There... read more
-
-
-
The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Idyllwild. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
