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| − | The PCT provides access to Idyllwild from several | + | The PCT provides access to Idyllwild from several side trails: |
| − | Mile 179.4: Saddle Junction/Devil's Slide Trail. | + | * Mile 178: South Ridge Trail. Approximately a 6 mile hike into town. |
| − | Mile 183.5: Deer Springs Trail. | + | * Mile 179.4: Saddle Junction/Devil's Slide Trail. Approximately a 6 mile hike into town. |
| + | * Mile 183.5: Deer Springs Trail. Approximately a 4 mile hike into town. | ||
== Facilities == | == Facilities == | ||
Revision as of 13:47, 11 October 2019
Idyllwild, California is a town located close to mile 180 of the Pacific Crest Trail.
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Access from the trail
The PCT provides access to Idyllwild from several side trails:
- Mile 178: South Ridge Trail. Approximately a 6 mile hike into town.
- Mile 179.4: Saddle Junction/Devil's Slide Trail. Approximately a 6 mile hike into town.
- Mile 183.5: Deer Springs Trail. Approximately a 4 mile hike into town.
Facilities
Idyllwild is a full service town with everything a hiker needs.
Food and drink
Red Kettle is a popular diner offering breakfast, burgers, sandwiches and more.
Higher Grounds Coffee Shop offers a fantastic selection of coffees and baked goods.
The Town Baker is a cool little coffee shop and bakery which also offers free WiFi.
Groceries
Fairway Market and Idyllwild Village Market are both full services grocery stores, from which hikers can do a full and comprehensive resupply.
Lodging
San Jacinto State Park campground is a popular option for thru-hikers. The park has a "Hike & Bike" section where hikers can camp for $3 per night.
Gear stores
Being located so close to Mt San Jacinto, Idyllwild has a number of good stores where hikers can buy or replace gear.
Nomad Ventures have everything a hiker needs. They sell Darn Tough socks.
