Perris

Perris is in Riverside County. It is known for Lake Perris, an artificial lake, skydiving, Southern California Railway Museum, and its sunny dry climate.

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.

Get in
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.

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

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

Or you could try camping at Lake Perris State Recreation Area.