The Cahuilla Indian tribe initially inhabited the East Hemet area. In the 1800s, it was acquired by the Mission San Luis Rey de Francia and renamed Ranch San Jacinto. Later in 1842, the Mexican government broke up the missions and awarded the land to California ranchero, politician, and soldier José Antonio Estudillo.
In 1887, American settlers introduced the idea of the first railroad in San Jacinto Valley. The purpose of the railway was to connect Hemet with South San Jacinto land buyers. However, the railroad headed to Mayberry's townsite and went north a mile and a half to San Jacinto.
More developments came with the railroad, including the facilitation of the construction of the Great Hemet Dam. The successful completion of the dam brought about economic and social prosperity that fueled the growth of Hemet. As a result, the Hotel Mayberry, a three-story brick building, was constructed.
In 1936, during the Hemet Turkey Show, Hemet was named the 46th Agricultural District and home to the Ryan School of Aeronautics. Presently, East Hemet is an attractive destination for younger families looking for an alternative to the urbanized areas of Southern California. East Hemet offers restaurants, entertainment centers, and national and state parks. You can visit the Lake Perris State Recreation Area or the Death Valley National Park for camping. A hike through forests like Cleveland National and Angeles National Forest lets you experience beautiful mountain ranges, thick forests, valleys, rivers, and springs.
The Gravenstein Apple Fair is an event that takes place every August at the oak-tree-shaded Ragle Ranch Park adjoining the city of Sebastopol. Visitors are treated to a classic country experience and enjoy applesauce, pies, and fritters.
The upcoming Sacramento Farm-to-Fork Festival in September is a free-admission food event. It offers guests a chance to experience a county fair, music and beer festival, and farmers’ market.
The free California Avocado Festival is an upcoming October event that draws more than 70,000 visitors to Carpinteria. Guests can sample guacamole, salad, and soups.
Channel Islands National Park is home to five of the eight Channel Islands in the area, providing visitors with a chance to explore sea-bound wonderlands. There are also signs that humans might have inhabited these islands about 37,000 years ago. Visitors can hike trails like the Lighthouse, Inspiration Point, and Smugglers Cove or explore the nearby Santa Barbara Zoo.
Joshua Tree National Park offers a chance to witness stunning mountains and unique rock formations at elevations up to 5,000 feet. You also get the chance to visit Palm Springs or Lake Mead. Head to the Palm Springs Art Museum or the World Famous Crochet Museum to learn more about the culture and history of the region.
Death Valley National Park is ideal for horseback riding, bird-watching, biking, and hiking. The park lies on vast dry land, and only experienced hikers should explore the area, but it's still a favorite of thousands of visitors. Nearby attractions include the Tecopa Hot Springs, the ghost town known as the Rhyolite Historic Area, and the Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge.
Mount San Jacinto State Park is part of the San Bernardino Forest Reserve and the San Jacinto Mountains. This mountain range is home to San Jacinto Peak, the tallest peak at 10,834 feet. These mountain ranges and diverse forest reserves comprise high-country wilderness, sub-alpine forests, and granite peaks.
Lake Perris State Recreation Area is rich with over 100 species of wildlife like bald eagles, roadrunners, and loggerhead shrikes. The area, occupying 8,000 acres of white beaches and blue waters, supports more wildlife like bobcats, California quail, deer, and raccoons.
Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area sits in a forested, mountainous region that is part of the San Bernardino National Forest. The mountain ranges are close to the Mojave Desert, Joshua Tree National Park, and Big Bear Lake. Common activities include hiking, mountain biking, fishing, swimming, canoeing, boating, wildlife viewing, and hunting.
Cabrillo National Monument is a coastal area at the southern edge of the Point Loma Peninsula in San Diego, California. The monument celebrates Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, the first European to visit the United States West Coast in 1542. Visitors can hike the Point Loma Tide Pools, Bayside Trailhead, or the Sunset Cliffs Coastal Trail. Additional activities include sightseeing in The Old Point Loma Lighthouse, exploring Sunny Jim's Sea Cave, and visiting museums.
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area covers 156,671 acres, including a section of the coastal mountain ranges in the Los Angeles area. Explore the outdoors by hiking the Tri Peaks, Sandstone Peak, or the Solstice Canyon Trail. Other activities include sightseeing at the Paramount Ranch and King Gillette Ranch and visiting the historic Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum.
Mojave National Preserve sprawls over more than 1.5 million acres between Las Vegas and Los Angeles. The preserve has deserted homesteads, abandoned mines, and dunes. Try hiking the 15.8-mile Hole-in-the-Wall to Mid Hills Loop or the 5.7-mile Barber Peak Loop Trail. Sightseeing areas include Soda Lake and the Western America Railroad Museum.
Wilderness Lakes RV Resort is a family-friendly campground in Menifee, California. It offers full hookups, back-in/pull-through sites, a pool/hot tub, and a shower. It also allows pets.
Lake Park RV Resort & Lodge in Lake Elsinore, California is a pet-friendly campground with 201 RV sites. Available amenities include full hookups, back-in/pull-through sites, a pool/hot tub, showers, laundry facilities, and Wi-Fi.
Crane Lakeside Park & RV Resort on the south side of Lake Elsinore, California, has 121 RV sites. You will find full hookups, back-in/pull-through sites, showers, laundry facilities, Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a clubhouse. Pets are welcome.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in East Hemet, CA, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in East Hemet?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in East Hemet from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in East Hemet?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
