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Julian San Diego’s favorite mountain escape
Historic Julian is known for its small-town charm, apple orchards, gold mining history, quaint shops, hiking trails, wineries and stargazing (it’s a designated International Dark Sky Community). On the way, be sure to stop in Santa Ysabel for freshly baked bread from Dudley’s Bakery.
William Heise County Park & Campground
4945 Heise Park Rd.; 858-565-3600 www.sdparks.org/content/sdparks/en/park-pages/ WilliamHeise.html
A beautiful 929-acre park in the mountains featuring tent & RV sites, cabins, hiking trails, day-use picnic area, ranger talks, wildlife—even snowfall in the winter.
Mom’s Pie House
2119 Main St.; 760-765-2472 www.momspiesjulian.com
Mom’s has been delighting customers with scrumptious homemade pies since 1984. Features apple varieties, take & bake chicken pot pies, apple dumplings and more. Also in Wynola.
Miner’s Diner Soda Fountain & Candy Mine
2134 Main St.; 760-765-3753 www.minersdinerjulian.com
Handcrafted burgers, an old-fashioned soda fountain, hidden “candy mine” and a big dose of nostalgia. Great spot for lunch or a treat with kids.
Lake Cuyamaca
15027 Hwy 79; 760-765-0515 www.lakecuyamaca.org
This 110-acre lake offers trout fishing, hiking, picnicking, boating and tent, RV or cabin camping. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner with lake views at The Pub.
Julian Pie Company
2225 Main St.; 760-765-2449 www.julianpie.com
Julian Pie Company has been serving up delicious pie for decades. Enjoy 20+ pie varieties and be sure to try the apple cider donuts. Also in Santa Ysabel.
Eagle Mining Co.
2320 C St.; 760-765-0036 www.theeaglemining.com
Experience the life of a miner by touring a gold mine, panning for gold and exploring 1,000 feet of tunnels. No reservation needed.
California Wolf Center
2775 B St.; 760-765-0030 www.californiawolfcenter.org
Learn about wild wolves at the visitor center and nature store; reserve a tour at the wolf conservation facility off Hwy 79.
Looking for seasonal apple picking? Visit our website: www.sandiegofamily.com/things-to-do/ seasonal-happenings/apple-picking-san-diego.
