Julian California

Julian San Diego’s favorite local day trip

Everyone loves Julian’s small-town charm, apple pie, gold mining adventures and stargazing (Julian is one of only two designated dark-sky communities in California)! On the way up the mountain, stop at Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza (formerly Wynola Pizza) for lunch and pick up fresh bread at Dudley’s Bakery.

Julian Pie Company

2225 Main St.; 760-765-2449 www.julianpie.com The family-owned Julian Pie Company has been serving up delicious pie for over 30 years! Enjoy 10+ pie varieties and be sure to try the Apple Cider Donuts. Also in Santa Ysabel.

Lake Cuyamaca

15027 Hwy 79 760-765-0515 www.lakecuyamaca.org This picturesque, 110-acre lake is surrounded by wilderness and pristine views. Enjoy hiking, picnicking, boating and fishing. The lake is stocked with trout all year. Tent and cabin camping available.

Moms Pies

2119 Main St.; 760-765-2472 www.momspiesjulian.com Moms always has a line for their popular homemade pies, including apple varieties, bumbleberry, take & bake chicken pot pies and more. Be sure to try the apple dumplings! Also in Wynola.

Eagle Mining Co.

2320 C St.; 760-765-0036 www.theeaglemining.com Learn California mining history by touring an old-fashioned gold mine. Pan for gold, check out tools and machinery, and explore 1,000 feet of underground tunnels.

California Wolf Center

2775 B St. 760-765-0030 www.californiawolfcenter.org Check out the visitor center and nature store to learn about wild wolves; reserve a tour at the wolf conservation facility off Hwy 79.

Julian Jail

1927 4th St. This two-cell jailhouse, built in 1914, offers an intriguing piece of Julian history. Easily accessible and free to visit.

Julian Mining Company

4444 Hwy. 78; 951-313-0166 www.julianminingcompany.com Take the family for a fun day of gold panning, gem sluicing, riding the mine tunnel train, and axe throwing.

Volcan Valley Apple Farm

1284 Julian Orchards Dr. 760-302-4574 www.facebook.com/volcanvalleyapplefarm One of several popular u-pick apple farms located in San Diego's backcountry. Check Facebook in late summer/early fall for u-pick apple availability and updates from the farm.

Photos courtesy of @SanDiegoAdventureKids

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