Things to do in Hemet
Parks & Hiking
Diamond Valley Lake
Large reservoir with shoreline trails, a marina, seasonal fishing, and an aquatic center for paddling.
Day-use ~$10–15Museums & LearningWestern Science Center
A compact paleontology museum starring 'Max' the mastodon and Ice Age fossils dug from Diamond Valley Lake.
~$8 adult, ~$6 kidsFarmers markets in Hemet
Saturday · 11am–9pm
Downtown Hemet Certified Farmers & Artisanal Market
A big all-day-into-evening market on E Florida Ave with fresh produce, breads, pastries, food trucks, and live music.
Local restaurants in Hemet
Mexican & Tacos
Emilio's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
Second-generation Redín-family Mexican restaurant (since 1983), the area's top-ranked spot with a loyal local following.
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