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2012 Map of Idyllwild

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Idyllwild
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Idyllwild sits at the heart of this mountain landscape, characterized by a dense network of residential streets such as Marion View Dr and Tahquitz View Dr that wind through the timbered heights of the San Jacinto Mountains. The area serves as a significant hub for recreational and educational institutions, including the University of Southern California-Idyllwild and numerous established youth camps like Camp Emerson and Camp Tahquitz.

Southward, the topography transitions from the steep grades of Chalk Hill and Keen Ridge into the wide basin of Hemet Valley. Here, the S Fork San Jacinto River feeds into Lake Hemet, a central landmark surrounded by facilities like the Lake Hemet Campground. The rural character of the lower elevations is defined by long-standing agricultural holdings such as Fleming Ranch, Garner Ranch, and Bonita Vista Ranch, connected by the winding path of State Hwy 74.