About Mountain Center CDP, California
Mountain Center is a census-designated place (CDP) in Riverside County, California, United States. The population was 1,140 at the 2010 census, up from 892 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Idyllwild-Pine Cove CSA.
The town center of Mountain Center is located at the junction of State Routes 74 and 243, about 3 miles (5 km) west of Garner Valley and 6 miles (10 km) southeast of Idyllwild.
Mountain Center consists mostly of small businesses catering to tourists and locals. There are several restaurants, a general store, a gas station, a post office, and several art galleries. The Idyllwild Nature Center is also located in Mountain Center.