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Hurkey Creek Park
Beautiful Hurkey Creek Park, located off of Hwy 74 in the San Jacinto Mountains just 4 miles southeast of Mountain Center, is the perfect locale for reconnecting with nature and our local mountain ecology. This idyllic getaway boasts a seasonal creek, majestic pine trees, awe-inspiring mountain views, and all the charms and tranquility of a classic woodland recreation area.
The park’s rustic but well maintained campground offers 130 individual campsites for overnight or extended stays of up to 14 days, as well as large group camping areas in 5 separate loops that can accommodate 80-100 campers each. Popular activities for both campers and day-use guests include picnicking, BBQ, hiking, biking and bird-watching. The meadow offers a large area for outdoor games or group gatherings. For the younger set, there is a fun modern playground. Guests may also enjoy winter group camping offered nearby at RivCoPark's Lawler Lodge and Lawler Alpine Cabins.
 Hurkey Creek Park entrance sign |
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 Splendidgilia |
 Hurkey Creek Park Day Use Meadow |
 Playground at Hurkey Creek |
 Scenic drive at Hurkey Creek |
 Old stone structure at Hurkey Creek |
 Majestic pines at Hurkey Creek |
 Creek at Hurkey Creek Park |
 Scenic park drive |
 Lupine |
 Lemmon Slinanthus |
 Hurkey Creek Park Group Camping Bathroom with Showers Facility |
 Creeks at Hurkey Creek_3405 |
 Pines and meadows at Hurkey Creek |
 Clover |
 Yellow Monkey |
 Campsite at Hurkey Creek |
⚠️ Snow Play update ❄️
Please follow these safety measures and rules for snow play in the mountains or snow areas:
✔️ Wear a mask
✔️ Avoid crowded areas
✔️ Keep strictly to your own household
✔️ Respect private property
✔️ Prepare for conditions (chains may be required)
✔️ Don’t leave trash behind
✔️ Snow play facilities are limited (Idyllwild)
PARK HOURS
6 a.m. to 10 p.m. | . Friday-Saturday & Holidays
6 a.m. to Sunset | . Sunday-Thursday
FEES
Camping:
$30 per night (includes 6 people, 2 vehicles)
$6 additional vehicle fee
Current license, registration, and insurance is required when camping. For more information, please contact Guest Services. Observed park holidays can be found here.
Group Camping: Currently unavailable to Covid-19
$280 per night (Minimum of 40 guests, paid in advance)
$4 each additional guest
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Day use: $6 per adult | $3 per child (12 and younger)
Pets: $2 per dog - per day
Snow Play:
$10 per adult – per day
$5 per child (12 and younger) – per day
Call ahead for conditions 951-659-2050
Group Picnics: Currently unavailable to Covid-19
$240 per day (located in the meadow)
(Minimum of 40 guests, paid in advance)
$6 each additional adult
$3 each additional child
FEATURES
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130 developed and primitive total sites
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Large open campground
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Can accommodate RVs up to 40 ft
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Restrooms
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Potable water nearby sites
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Coin operated showers
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Children’s playground
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Picnic area
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Fishing lake nearby
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Fire/grill rings
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Hiking trails are multi use
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Separate area for groups/special events
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Weddings
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Pet friendly
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Phone
ADDRESS
56375 CA-74
Mountain Center, CA 92561
(951) 659-2050
PARK RULES
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Bicycle riders must wear helmet
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Build fires only in safe, personal stoves in grill/fire rings provided
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No ground fires allowed
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Drones are not permitted in the park
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Maximum stay of 14 days within a 28-day period
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No fireworks
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No firearms
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Do not remove, deface, or disturb any part of the park features or wildlife
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Do not gather firewood in the park
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Do not attach anything to trees
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Pets must be kept on controlled leashes (Maximum leash length – 6 feet)
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Do not leave pet unattended
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Clean up promptly after pet
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For a detailed list or all our park rules visit this link.