Other hikes
Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail
Idyllwild
Level: easy Elevation Gain: 300 ft. Hiking Time: 3 hours Trail Length: 5 miles Parking Permit: not needed This easy, scenic, 2.6 mile hike begins at 6,400 ft. and crosses seasonal streams along the way.
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Idyllwild
Idyllwild Preserve Thousand Trails, located in Riverside County, Southern California, offers a picturesque setting in the rugged, pine-covered mountains, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a tranquil escape.
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Idyllwild
Level: Strenuous Elevation Gain: 2000 ft. Hiking Time: 4 hours Trail Length: 7 miles This moderate trail proceeds to Tahquitz Peak Lookout. From both the trail and peak are spectacular views of the Desert Divide, Strawberry Valley and beyond.
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Idyllwild with your dog: a complete mountain-town weekend guide
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Desert delights with Dreyfus
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