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Pedley Hills
Pedley Hills is located in California
Pedley Hills
Location in California
Pedley Hills is located in the United States
Pedley Hills
Location in the United States
Highest point
Elevation 1,030 ft (310 m)
Geography
Country United States
State California
Region Peninsular Ranges
District Riverside County
Range coordinates 33°59′42″N 117°27′07″W / 33.99500°N 117.45194°W / 33.99500; -117.45194
Topo map USGS Riverside West

The Pedley Hills are a group of small hills in Riverside County, California. They are part of a larger chain of mountains called the Peninsular Ranges. These hills were named after William Pedley, a civil engineer who moved to the United States from England.

Where Are the Pedley Hills?

The Pedley Hills are found inside the city of Jurupa Valley. They are located north and west of the city of Riverside. The Santa Ana River flows between the Pedley Hills and Riverside.

Nearby Communities

Several neighborhoods are close to the Pedley Hills:

  • Rubidoux is on the eastern side of the hills.
  • Mira Loma is to the west.
  • The community of Pedley is found to the northwest.

Other Nearby Features

The taller Jurupa Mountains are also close by, just to the north of the Pedley Hills. The Indian Hills Golf Club is located within the Pedley Hills area.

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