Wineries
Mike and Kim are great folks and have great wine!
7722 Mahogany Ranch Road
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-7048
6 locals recommend
Mahogany Mountain Vineyard and Winery
14905 Mussey Grade RdMike and Kim are great folks and have great wine!
7722 Mahogany Ranch Road
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-7048
Doug and Sue are very friendly and accommodating. Have really good wines.
1941 Lilac Rd
Ramona CA 92065
(760) 315-7444
Correcaminos Vineyard and Winery
1941 Lilac RdDoug and Sue are very friendly and accommodating. Have really good wines.
1941 Lilac Rd
Ramona CA 92065
(760) 315-7444
Audrey and Tom are good friends!
This place has a very nice outdoor tasting area and really good wines!
107 Magnolia
Ramona CA 92065
(858) 204-3144
Barrel 1 Winery
1007 Magnolia AveAudrey and Tom are good friends!
This place has a very nice outdoor tasting area and really good wines!
107 Magnolia
Ramona CA 92065
(858) 204-3144
Have fun at this pretty winery with a very popular Sangria and good wines. Check out the turtle rock!
18351 Woods Hill Ln
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-5555
17 locals recommend
Turtle Rock Ridge Vineyard Winery
18351 Woods Hill LnHave fun at this pretty winery with a very popular Sangria and good wines. Check out the turtle rock!
18351 Woods Hill Ln
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-5555
Elaine and Norm are great people!
This winery is a fun, popular place to visit. Great wines.
1625 CA-78
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-1102
Hatfield Creek Vineyards and Winery
1625 CA-78Elaine and Norm are great people!
This winery is a fun, popular place to visit. Great wines.
1625 CA-78
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-1102
Teri and Mike have horses and dogs plus a nice patio to taste their very good wines on. they have a beautiful new building under construction.
23578 CA-78
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-1622
6 locals recommend
Ramona Ranch Vineyard & Winery
23578 CA-78Teri and Mike have horses and dogs plus a nice patio to taste their very good wines on. they have a beautiful new building under construction.
23578 CA-78
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-1622
Schwaesdall Winery is the first winery in Ramona. Established in 1996. Beautiful view of Iron Mountain and lovely grounds with lots to see. Statuary, antique farm equipment. Really good wines too!
Schwaesdall Winery
17677 Rancho De Oro DrSchwaesdall Winery is the first winery in Ramona. Established in 1996. Beautiful view of Iron Mountain and lovely grounds with lots to see. Statuary, antique farm equipment. Really good wines too!
Mike and Toni are good friends of ours.
We love this historic winery located in Julian! Mike has been making wine for many years. He has a killer Sauv Blanc! They are also well known for their apple wine.
1150 Julian Orchards Dr
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-2072
34 locals recommend
Menghini Winery
1150 Julian Orchards DrMike and Toni are good friends of ours.
We love this historic winery located in Julian! Mike has been making wine for many years. He has a killer Sauv Blanc! They are also well known for their apple wine.
1150 Julian Orchards Dr
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-2072
Jim Hart is the winemaker at this fun winery located in Julian. They offer a wide variety of whites and reds. Jim is also the winemaker for Hart Winery in Temecula.
1255 Julian Orchards Dr
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-3267
22 locals recommend
Volcan Mountain Winery
1255 Julian Orchards DrJim Hart is the winemaker at this fun winery located in Julian. They offer a wide variety of whites and reds. Jim is also the winemaker for Hart Winery in Temecula.
1255 Julian Orchards Dr
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-3267
This is a fun place to visit in Ramona. They have wines and beer, many of the local wines.
629 Main St STE B
Ramona CA 92065
(760) 440-9305
11 locals recommend
Reds Whites and Brews
629 Main StThis is a fun place to visit in Ramona. They have wines and beer, many of the local wines.
629 Main St STE B
Ramona CA 92065
(760) 440-9305
Food scene
Great food with a wide variety on the menu. Our personal favorite for prime rib and chicken fried steak. Full bar.
1347 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-4340
6 locals recommend
D'Carlos
1347 Main StGreat food with a wide variety on the menu. Our personal favorite for prime rib and chicken fried steak. Full bar.
1347 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-4340
Best burgers around! Fries and tater tots are the best too!
Full bar.
2475 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-0270
11 locals recommend
Cheers of Ramona
2475 Main StBest burgers around! Fries and tater tots are the best too!
Full bar.
2475 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-0270
Great burgers and a lot on the menu too. Beer and wine only.
2548 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-1392
Boll Weevil Ramona
2548 Main StreetGreat burgers and a lot on the menu too. Beer and wine only.
2548 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-1392
Great burgers and Mexican Food. Full bar.
1413 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-2801
9 locals recommend
Nuevo Grill & Cantina
1413 Main StGreat burgers and Mexican Food. Full bar.
1413 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-2801
Really good food with a great view of the golf course. Varied menu, including many gourmet offerings. Full bar.
24157 San Vicente Rd
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-8290
The Par Lounge and Deck
24157 San Vicente RdReally good food with a great view of the golf course. Varied menu, including many gourmet offerings. Full bar.
24157 San Vicente Rd
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-8290
Excellent Food from unique salads to steaks, mac'n cheese, and burgers.
27 locals recommend
Marinade on Main
865 Main StExcellent Food from unique salads to steaks, mac'n cheese, and burgers.
Pinto Thai Ramona
2330 Main StGreat Thai menu!
Wonderful sit-down Mexican restaurant, traditional Mexican food, and a large selection of Mexican beers.
Casa Reveles Mexican & seafood Restaurant
Wonderful sit-down Mexican restaurant, traditional Mexican food, and a large selection of Mexican beers.
City/town information
This historic mining town is a fun place to visit. They are famous for their apple pies, cherry pies and berry pies, apple and cherry ciders, apple butter. Their many shops will satisfy anyone who loves to shop. They also offer gold mine tours.
245 locals recommend
Julian
This historic mining town is a fun place to visit. They are famous for their apple pies, cherry pies and berry pies, apple and cherry ciders, apple butter. Their many shops will satisfy anyone who loves to shop. They also offer gold mine tours.
Ramona is well known for its antique stores. If you are into antiques, this is the place to go. Just go downtown, park, and start walking. Ramona is also known for its many Baja-style Mexican Restaurants and wineries.
26 locals recommend
Ramona
Ramona is well known for its antique stores. If you are into antiques, this is the place to go. Just go downtown, park, and start walking. Ramona is also known for its many Baja-style Mexican Restaurants and wineries.
Sightseeing
This place is great! They have camels, camel milk, and educational opportunities. You may need an appointment to visit.
26757 CA-78
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-0983
22 locals recommend
Oasis Camel Dairy
26757 CA-78This place is great! They have camels, camel milk, and educational opportunities. You may need an appointment to visit.
26757 CA-78
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-0983
This Wolf Center is truly wonderful to visit. It is a refuge for wolves. Reservations are required.
470 K Q Ranch Rd
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-0030
24 locals recommend
California Wolf Center
470 K Q Ranch RdThis Wolf Center is truly wonderful to visit. It is a refuge for wolves. Reservations are required.
470 K Q Ranch Rd
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-0030
Balboa Park is a historic, beautiful place to wander around. It has beautiful gardens, restaurants, many museums (some of which are included in the museum section of this guide. It is fascinating to wander around the international section, which represents many countries.
The botanical building is a favorite with everyone.
3289 locals recommend
Balboa Park
Balboa Park is a historic, beautiful place to wander around. It has beautiful gardens, restaurants, many museums (some of which are included in the museum section of this guide. It is fascinating to wander around the international section, which represents many countries.
The botanical building is a favorite with everyone.
Hiking Trails
This is a world-famous hike and photo op. Everyone wants to climb up onto Potato Chip Rock and have their picture taken
14644 Lake Poway Road
Poway, CA 92064
203 locals recommend
Potato Chip Rock
This is a world-famous hike and photo op. Everyone wants to climb up onto Potato Chip Rock and have their picture taken
14644 Lake Poway Road
Poway, CA 92064
Beautiful trail to walk. There are many wildlife sightings on this trail, including wild turkeys, coyotes, and sometimes mountain lions (rare). The hawks and Eagles frequently nest in this preserve.
Highland Valley Rd
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-3326
12 locals recommend
Ramona Grasslands Preserve
Highland Valley RoadBeautiful trail to walk. There are many wildlife sightings on this trail, including wild turkeys, coyotes, and sometimes mountain lions (rare). The hawks and Eagles frequently nest in this preserve.
Highland Valley Rd
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-3326
Iron Mountain is one of the most popular hikes close to Ramona. It is a somewhat challenging hike. The backside of this mountain can be viewed from the deck of Casa de Piedra.
Where the 67 meets Poway Road.
There is a parking area at the start of the trailhead.
It is small, so go early to get a parking spot.
82 locals recommend
Iron Mountain Trailhead
14847-14909 CA-67Iron Mountain is one of the most popular hikes close to Ramona. It is a somewhat challenging hike. The backside of this mountain can be viewed from the deck of Casa de Piedra.
Where the 67 meets Poway Road.
There is a parking area at the start of the trailhead.
It is small, so go early to get a parking spot.
Mt Woodson is a challenging hike, steep but rewarding! Very popular hike.
4.7
(495) · Hiking area
5.1 mi · Mount Woodson Trail
Challenging 6.4-mile roundtrip hike offers unusual rock formations & views of downtown & the ocean.
24 locals recommend
Mount Woodson Trailhead
14644 Mount Woodson TrailMt Woodson is a challenging hike, steep but rewarding! Very popular hike.
4.7
(495) · Hiking area
5.1 mi · Mount Woodson Trail
Challenging 6.4-mile roundtrip hike offers unusual rock formations & views of downtown & the ocean.
This trail ends at a beautiful waterfall and pond. Very challenging, especially when the temperature is high.
Elevation Gain
600
Distance
6.6 miles round trip
Pets Allowed
Yes - with proper supplies. Bring extra water!
Fees
$6 per permit/up to 5 people; purchase at www.recreation.gov
Hike Time
Up to 6 hours
Difficulty
Moderate; Not recommended for beginners
Best Seasons
Spring and Fall; During the cooler months
Location
Ramona, CA
Ranger District
Palomar Ranger District - (760) 788-0250
22 locals recommend
Cedar Creek Falls Trailhead
15519 Thornbush RdThis trail ends at a beautiful waterfall and pond. Very challenging, especially when the temperature is high.
Elevation Gain
600
Distance
6.6 miles round trip
Pets Allowed
Yes - with proper supplies. Bring extra water!
Fees
$6 per permit/up to 5 people; purchase at www.recreation.gov
Hike Time
Up to 6 hours
Difficulty
Moderate; Not recommended for beginners
Best Seasons
Spring and Fall; During the cooler months
Location
Ramona, CA
Ranger District
Palomar Ranger District - (760) 788-0250
Ideal for nature lovers, the preserve is host to a myriad of natural diverse ecosystems consisting of southern coast live oak riparian forest, southern willow scrub, freshwater seep, riparian scrub, open water, open Engelmann oak woodland, coast live oak woodland, wildflower fields, Diegan coastal sage scrub, coastal sage-chaparral scrub, southern mixed chaparral, and some non-native grassland.
Birdwatchers, welcome! These communities support several sensitive species including southern California rufous-crowned sparrow, loggerhead shrike, white-tailed kite, and orange-throated whiptail.
4 miles of multi-use trails include a 2.5-mile loop for walking, running, biking and horseback-riding. Picnic tables and rest areas add to a relaxing day in nature. The park also features viewpoints, a staging area and restrooms.
Barnett Ranch Preserve
San Vicente RoadIdeal for nature lovers, the preserve is host to a myriad of natural diverse ecosystems consisting of southern coast live oak riparian forest, southern willow scrub, freshwater seep, riparian scrub, open water, open Engelmann oak woodland, coast live oak woodland, wildflower fields, Diegan coastal sage scrub, coastal sage-chaparral scrub, southern mixed chaparral, and some non-native grassland.
Birdwatchers, welcome! These communities support several sensitive species including southern California rufous-crowned sparrow, loggerhead shrike, white-tailed kite, and orange-throated whiptail.
4 miles of multi-use trails include a 2.5-mile loop for walking, running, biking and horseback-riding. Picnic tables and rest areas add to a relaxing day in nature. The park also features viewpoints, a staging area and restrooms.
Breweries & Distillery & Cider
Microbrewery. Really good brews! My favorite is the Michelada - spicy!
780 Main Street Suite I
Entrance located on 8th St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 407-7557
10 locals recommend
Smoking Cannon Brewery Bar
8th StreetMicrobrewery. Really good brews! My favorite is the Michelada - spicy!
780 Main Street Suite I
Entrance located on 8th St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 407-7557
Great Beer! Located in Julian
1485 Hollow Glen Rd
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-2337
40 locals recommend
Nickel Beer Company
1485 Hollow Glen RdGreat Beer! Located in Julian
1485 Hollow Glen Rd
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-2337
Julian Brewing Company
2307 Main StLocated in Julian. Great beer and good food too!
Fun place and very interesting ciders. My favorite is the Pineapple Weed Cider
12 locals recommend
Julian Hard Cider
4470 Julian RdFun place and very interesting ciders. My favorite is the Pineapple Weed Cider
If you like cider, this is the closest place to go.
955 Maple St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 457-5290
Turquoise Barn Cider
955 Maple StIf you like cider, this is the closest place to go.
955 Maple St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 457-5290
This distillery has great award-winning spirits. They also have a sit-down bar with delicious cocktails.
432 Maple St #6
Ramona, CA 92065
(619) 820-3379
432 Maple St #6
Ramona, CA 92065
San Diego Sunshine Craft Spirits
432 Maple StThis distillery has great award-winning spirits. They also have a sit-down bar with delicious cocktails.
432 Maple St #6
Ramona, CA 92065
(619) 820-3379
432 Maple St #6
Ramona, CA 92065
Museums
Our small-town museum is a wonderful place to visit. The history of Ramona is well represented here.
645 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-7644
Contact first to make sure they are open.
6 locals recommend
Guy B Woodward Museum
645 Main StOur small-town museum is a wonderful place to visit. The history of Ramona is well represented here.
645 Main St
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 789-7644
Contact first to make sure they are open.
Julian Pioneer Museum
2811 Washington St2811 Washington St
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-0227
The Museum of Us is a museum of anthropology located in Balboa Park, San Diego, California and housed in the historic landmark buildings of the California.
Balboa Park
1350 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 239-2001
124 locals recommend
D Bar San Diego
3930 Fifth AveThe Museum of Us is a museum of anthropology located in Balboa Park, San Diego, California and housed in the historic landmark buildings of the California.
Balboa Park
1350 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 239-2001
Balboa Park
1788 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 232-3821
99 locals recommend
San Diego Natural History Museum
1788 El PradoBalboa Park
1788 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 232-3821
Balboa Park
1788 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 232-3821
76 locals recommend
San Diego Air & Space Museum
2001 Pan American PlazaBalboa Park
1788 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 232-3821
Very interesting cultural museum located at the Barona Indian Reservation.
Barona Cultural Center & Museum
Very interesting cultural museum located at the Barona Indian Reservation.