Cherry Valley is an area of interest in an unincorporated part of Riverside County with a friendly rural atmosphere.  While there is a small commercial presence in Cherry Valley the majority of its 17 square miles is residential with large lots and even a few active ranches and orchards. The history of agricultural in this area is celebrated by the annual Cherry Festival, which is hosted by the neighboring City of Beaumont.  Cherry Valley is home to Edward Dean Museum & Gardens, Bogart Park and Highland Springs Resort which hosts the annual Lavender Festival.