Idyllwild Regional Park Campground is located on the outskirts of the mountain village of Idyllwild in Riverside County. The 202-acre park is home to the Idyllwild Nature Center, beautiful hiking trails, and mature forests. Rock climbers like to challenge themselves on massive granite boulders in the park. Nearby trails lead into the San Jacinto Mountains to lofty summits such as 8,846-foot Tahquitz Peak (shown above).
Idyllwild Regional Park Campground has 88 forested campsites spread along the north side of Lily Creek. A majority of the sites are best suited for tents, while 13 campsites can accommodate larger RVs or trailers.
| Idyllwild Regional Park Campground Basics | |
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| Idyllwild Regional Park Campground Location: | 54000 Riverside County Playground Rd., Idyllwild (25 miles south of Banning on Highway 243) |
| Elevation: | 5,300 feet |
| Mileage from Gateway Cities: | Riverside - 58 miles
San Diego - 110 miles |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round, weather permitting |
| Number of Sites: | 88 |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 motorcycles limited to sites 1-6 |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended, $2 per night |
| Operated by | Riverside County Parks |
| Idyllwild Regional Park: | (951) 659-2656 |
| Reservations for Idyllwild Regional Park Campground | |
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| Reservations available | Reservations are available for camping dates from April through October, otherwise sites are first-come, first-served. Some sites are first-come, first-served year-round. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 40 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | #1, 23, 39 |
| Fees: | $30 - $35 per night |
| Reservations: | Idyllwild Regional Park Reservations or (800) 234-7275 (Mon.-Thurs., 8 AM to 5 PM) |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM |
| Idyllwild Regional Park Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grills; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water, amphitheater |
| Showers: | Yes, coin operated |
| Dump Station: | No |
| Trail Map: | Idyllwild Regional Park Map |
| Attractions near Idyllwild Regional Park Campground: | Idyllwild Nature Center, hiking trails, the town of Idyllwild,
Lake Hemet with a waterpark, boating, fishing, swim beach, and more Mount San Jacinto State Park, Lake Fulmor Picnic Area and trail, Humber Park, Devil's Slide Trail to Tahquitz Peak |
The San Jacinto Mountains provide great outdoor experiences year-round. Those who camp at Idyllwild County Park Campground can enjoy many of these nearby attractions.
Check Riverside County Parks - Idyllwild Regional Park for any campground updates.
Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservations website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the provided parking space.
Winter conditions may require chains to reach the campground.
Designated Accessible sites in the state park are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
