Perris

Understand

Perris came into existence with the emergence of the California Southern Railroad, where a depot was established between Barstow and San Diego. It was founded in 1911.

Getting there

Perris is 71 miles (114 km) east-southeast of Los Angeles and 81 miles (130 km) north of San Diego. For drivers, Perris is readily connected to the rest of metro LA area by I-215. But there is also the 91/Perris Valley Line of the Metrolink for those utilizing public transportation.

Getting around

Riverside Transit Agency offers some routes through the municipality and into adjacent areas. More practically though, a car is probably advisable.

See

Southern California Railway Museum, 2201 S A St, ☏ +1 951-943-3020. Daily 9AM-5PM. A prominent railroad museum featuring the largest collection of Pacific Electric Railway stock around, along with cabooses and steam locomotives. Some of these are incorporated into a train offering rides on a 1/2 mile track. Free admission/parking, surcharge for train rides. (updated Jun 2024) Motte Historical Car Museum, 28380 CA-74, Sun City, ☏ +1 951-928-3210. W-Su 10AM-4PM. Vintage cars housed in an old barn for old car buffs. (updated Jun 2024) Perris Valley Historical Museum, 120 W 4th St, ☏ +1 951-657-0274. Providing background exhibits on Perris history. (updated Jun 2024) Ya'i Heki' Regional Indian Museum, 17801 Lake Perris Dr, ☏ +1 951-940-5657. F 10AM-2PM, Sa-Su 10AM-4PM. (updated Jun 2024)

Do

Lake Perris State Recreation Area, 17801 Lake Perris Dr, ☏ +1 951-940-5600. A man-made lake surrounded by rocky escarpment with various boating and other recreational amenities. $10. (updated Jun 2024) Skydive Perris, 2091 Goetz Rd (at Perris Valley Airport), ☏ +1 951-657-1664. daily 7AM-5PM. (updated Jun 2024) Regency Perris, 1688 N Perris Blvd. Movie theater. (updated Jun 2024) Perris Raceway, 1205 Burton Rd, ☏ +1 951-657-6042. Motocross (updated Jun 2024)

Events Southern California Fair, 18700 Lake Perris Dr. Held annually in October, featuring food, carnival rides, shows, crafts, and agriculture. The fairgrounds are also open year round with various activities.

Sleep

Perris is not a cornucopia of hotels, but a couple of basic options exist.

American Inn, 1775 N Perris Blvd, ☏ +1 951-657-1002. $90. (updated Jun 2024) Or you could try camping at Lake Perris State Recreation Area.