INLAND EMPIRE VISITOR & RELOCATION GUIDE
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Those of us with a cultural bent will enjoy art, music and poetry
festivals in Idyllwild, a tranquil resort village secluded high in
mountains. The Ramona Pageant, America's oldest outdoor
drama, features a cast of 400 in a romantic tale of Old California
performed in a natural amphitheater in the foothills above Hemet.
Lake Perris State Recreation Area is excellent for every type
of water recreation, even scuba diving! The area is also popular
with hikers, bikers, equestrians and rock climbers. Be sure to visit
the park's Ya'i Heki' Regional Indian Museum.
Each fall, Lake Perris Fairgrounds hosts the Southern
California Fair. Year-round, there's action at the fairgrounds' auto
speedway, motocross and BMX tracks.
The Valley's Soboba Casino has 2,000 slots and 30 gaming ta-
bles, fine dining, and top-flight entertainment.Don't forget shop-
ping and golf! Hemet and San Jacinto have upscale shopping
centers, and their historic downtowns have charming boutiques
and intriguing antique stores. Golfers will enjoy The Country Club
at Soboba Springs in San Jacinto and Colonial, Diamond Valley,
Echo Hills, and Seven Hills golf clubs in Hemet.
Nestled in the San Jacinto Mountains at an elevation of 5,400
feet, in the midst of miles of unspoiled beauty and pristine forests,
is the community of Idyllwild. Downtown Idyllwild boasts an ab-
sence of traffic signals and sidewalks, giving it a rustic feeling that
attracts visitors from all over. Pass the time by browsing the many
art galleries, attending a theatrical production, or listening to a
concert. Idyllwild is also known for its music festivals and cultural
events. The world famous Idyllwild Arts Academy frequently offers
free programs throughout the year. The annual Jazz in the Pines
festival features dozens of jazz artists performing under the pine
trees throughout a weekend at the end of summer.
Come to The Valley and not only learn about California's cul-
tural heritage from its first page when Native Americans arrived,
but also find serenity in its awe-inspiring natural wonder and ex-
citement in a host of recreational opportunities.
Downtown San Jacinto
Downtown Idyllwild
The Country Club at Soboba Springs
The Ramona Pageant
photo courtesy The Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre