- The list below includes 46 free or cheap things to do in or near Julian, California, including 97 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Farms & Ranches, Parks and Horseback Riding.
- From William Heise State Park to Cuyamaca Mountains, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Julian and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Borrego Springs, Ramona, Poway and El Cajon.
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There's a lot to see around the Julian Town Hall. This town was a major part of the California Gold Rush, and they also make delicious apple pies and juices.
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Slides, gold panning and trains with a 1 mile-long track make the Smith Ranch - Julian Train & Gold Mine popular among the children.
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Kenner Horse Ranch offers horseback rides for one to two hours, either on the trails of their 200 acre ranch or elsewhere during multi-day riding trips. Deer, bobcats, turkeys, hawks and owls can be spotted on their ranch.
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In close proximity to the Little Coal River Campground, Hatfield & McCoy Trail Little Coal River features a trail system and a visitors center. The trails are suitable for use by ATVs, bikers, horse riders and hikers.
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An equestrian facility, Julian Stables offers instructional trail rides for kids ages 5 and up as well as for adults. The facility offers riding packages by the hour, and all rides feature stunning scenery.
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A variety of artifacts from the early days of the Julian area are held at the Julian Pioneer Museum in several displays. There are even artifacts from when the region was dotted with Native American villages.
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Specializing in horse training, Integrity Stables offers visitors 90 minute horseback riding lessons where they can learn the basics of riding and horse care. The stables feature child friendly horses that are calm and patient.
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With Historical Tours of Julian, visitors can explore various areas of the town while learning about it's Wild West history. During the tours, visitors will stop at the cemetery, gold discovery sites, and pioneer museums.
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Popular among local nature enthusiasts, K Q Ranch is a camping resort filled with numerous amenities and facilities for campers to enjoy. These amenities include a heated swimming pool, clubhouse, amphitheater, fully-stocked fishing lake, and full hook-up RV services.
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The Oasis Camel Dairy is a unique take on American dairy farming. The first camel dairy farm in the nation, the farm offers tours, camel rentals and rides, a turkey stampede and bird show.