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Throwback Thursday: Idyllwild California

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Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty of California, Inc. CA DRE #01490977

Idyllwild California

 

Idyllwild is a small town in the San Jacinto mountains perhaps 2 hours from Carlsbad. It's rather small with lots of locally owned businesses, restaurants and galleries, as well as being a haven for hikers and rock climbers of all levels, from newbies to highly experienced, because of the mountains and numerous trails.

 

Jeff Dowler in Idyllwild CA

 

We spent a weekend there 9 years ago to explore this artsy town, do a little hiking, and simply relax. Suicide Rock (below) is a popular hike for those with moderate experience and stamina. Needless to say, we just enjoyed the views and the thought of climbing, rather than the reality!

 

Suicide Rock in Idyllwild

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Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Bill Roberts 

I'm not a rock climber either, but the bar sounds kinda neat. Could be worth an overnight trip! If you go let m eknow what you think!

Jeff

Jul 21, 2016 02:48 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Lauren Selinsky CRS ePro 

We were there in the spring and it was beautiful. It's always fun exploring a new community. I was amazed at how many hikers there were.

Jeff

Jul 21, 2016 02:49 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Nina Hollander 

I should write a longer post about it and include a few other photos. It's a neat place to escape to in the mountains not all that far from the coast

Jeff

Jul 21, 2016 02:51 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner 

I thought it was a great little town, and one that you hope changes little over time. It's been 9 years - time to visit again!

Jeff

Jul 21, 2016 02:55 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Hi Jeff - this is really a rigourous looking moutain.  I guess that is why they call it Suicide Rock.

Jul 21, 2016 03:19 AM
Belinda Spillman
Aspen Lane Real Estate Colorful Colorado - Aurora, CO
Colorado Living!

The terrain is very beautiful.  I think I would pass on the hike as well.

Jul 21, 2016 04:06 AM
Larry Johnston
Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN
Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

Hi Jeff Dowler CRS ,  I agree with you!  I wouldn't hike up there either.

Jul 21, 2016 06:26 AM
Robert Bob Gilbert
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Anderson Properties - Katy, TX
Your Katy TX ( West of Houston) Real Estate Expert

Jeff, 

Very nice scenery at Idyllwind and I am with you I would rather enjoy the natural beauty than try climbing. 

Jul 21, 2016 06:26 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles Pasadena 818.516.4393

Hi Jeff -- I agree with Sheri Sperry - MCNE -- we are so fortunate to be able to have such relatively easy access to the mountains, the desert and the ocean -- it really is a dream location.   I know the Idyllwild Music Festival is a pretty big deal too.   

Jul 21, 2016 07:04 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Grant Schneider  - it was pretty impressive looking from our vantage point. My reearch shows the hike to be pretty steep and about 6.7 miles total. Beyond my experience and energy level

Belinda Spillman  - we did some short hikes, and the forests at this time of year (April) were beautiful.

Jeff

Jul 21, 2016 07:27 AM
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Those are great pictures, Jeff. I love the scenery there. The homeowners below you sure have a nice view. 

Jul 21, 2016 09:14 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Jeff

I may have been through this area before seeing as VB has been traveling all through the state of California for the last 40 years.

Nice looking place and it looks very relaxing!

Jul 21, 2016 11:26 AM
Ed Silva
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

The scenery looks nice but the name of the location leaves something to the imagination.

Jul 21, 2016 11:36 AM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Such a pretty place and great throwback, Jeff.

Jul 21, 2016 01:35 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Larry Johnston  - perhaps if I were in a bit better shape and more sell versed in hiking!

Robert Bob Gilbert - the hiking in the woods was beautiful, but time was limited and exploring the town, at the time, seemed more interesting

Jeff

 

Jul 21, 2016 01:40 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Michael Jacobs  - I love that about Southern California. Didn;t know about the music festival - I'll have to check that out

Debbie Laity  - the views were awesome! But I would sure miss the ocean!

Jeff

Jul 21, 2016 01:41 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Robert Vegas Bob Swetz  - we had a great time, and vowed to get back. Still waiting to do that. Our most recent haunt for getaways, other than LA and SF, has been the desert

Ed Silva  - well I can't disagree. Here's a little history about the name

Jeff

Jul 21, 2016 01:47 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Debbie Reynolds 

And now, in doing this, it makes me want to return and spend some time, in the woods and in the town!

Jeff

Jul 21, 2016 01:48 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Jeff. I like your style. Contemplating the climb is a great idea.

Jul 21, 2016 10:05 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Sheila Anderson 

I thought so. Without knowing what to expect, and realy not being prepared, it made no sense! But it sure was nice walking where we did

Jeff

Jul 22, 2016 05:16 AM
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