Hiking in Julian, CA

Fresh reviews:

Definitely worth coming up here. Directions were straight forward on the GPS, the link on Unilocal.Once we came to the destination, we parked our car in the cul-de-sac and started our journey.We (me, girl friend and dog) came dressed warm with about 3 bottles of water, and good thing we did because there was…

Phillip N.

Old Banner Toll Road

Did a few hour hike at the East preserve and loved it! Feels very remote, with views of rolling hills in all directions. Cows everywhere (next to trails), which was special, and we also saw coyotes and a skunk. The only downside is they seem very strict about closing the parking lot gate at the stated time (5…

Tyler S.

Santa Ysabel Preserves

A fun hike on a cool day. I’m sure it’s also beautiful in the spring. I would hate to do this hike in the summer, as it isn’t very shaded. We chose to veer off the main path and take the Five Oaks trail on the way up. It was a beautiful hike and was definitely a more intimate experience than the main trail. We…

Diann D.

Volcan Mountain Preserve

It’s beautiful, peaceful, and relaxing. I like it, because it’s not crowded, at least not the times I’ve gone there. They have some picnic tables, which is always nice to have, especially if you pack a lunch. My only advice is watch out for all the duck and geese poo near the water! Other than that, it’s a…

Laura B.

Lake Cuyamaca

Just brought my family up to site 76 and had a great time. If the price was lower ($ 38/night is pretty steep) and there was actually a host here to sell firewood this review would have been a 5*.Beautiful grounds, really spacious and clean (restrooms are very clean!)There are some pretty large ants around and…