Specialty Shops
Fabulous little shops line all the streets, so browsing the afternoon away will be easy. You will find specialty shops with candles, artwork, food, knitting, books, cards, and antiques. We guarantee you won’t be bored as a shopper.
Mom’s Pie House
Mom’s Pie House is a full service one of-a-kind pie shop in the center of Julian on Main Street. The daily aroma of fresh pies baking in the ovens wafts through the air and is guaranteed to make your mouth water in anticipation . All of their pies are made fresh daily, by skilled bakers using only the finest fruit and purest ingredients available. Mom’s Pie House has two locations with the other just 3 miles West of Julian in Wynola on Highway 78. So if the line is long and your nose and stomach just can’t wait, visit their Wynola location for a great alternative.
Website: momspiesjulian.com
Julian Pie Company
The season for local Julian Apples is over, but you can still find excellent pies at the Julian Pie Company at the far end of Main Street. If you plan on getting pies, call in your order ahead of time to avoid any disappointment if all your favorites are sold out. For those of you wanting to save money, bring paper plates, a sharp knife, forks and napkins. Buy a whole pie and then cut it up yourself. This will save $5.75 if you bought 6 slices separately.
Website: julianpie.com
Dudley’s Bakery
Should you run out of things to do in Julian, travel another 4 miles to Wynola. There you can find more small shops and apple growers selling their goodies. Go a little further down the hill and you’ll find the best bread in the world! Santa Ysabel is the home of Dudley’s Bakery. Call ahead for your order or they may be sold out of your favorite variety when you get there.
Julian Train & Gold Mine Tour
“All aboard the SMITH RANCH & JULIAN RAILROAD!” Experience the historic side of Julian you’ve never seen before as you ride on our 18″ gauge mining train. Beautiful scenery abounds on the 1-mile round trip as you cross over two trestle bridges and negotiate a 225 degree curve to disembark at our real Smith Ranch 1870 Julian gold rush mine. While exploring the mine, you’ll see pick marks made in the rock 140 years ago. Keep an eye out for the quartz veins that led to gold. Those who wish may ride into the Smith Ranch mine in our 1898 mine car and later try their hand at panning for gold nuggets. It’s all part of the tour. “All aboard the SR&J!”
Hours:
Mon.-Sat., 10 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm, & 2:30 pm. (tour length 1 1/2 hrs.)
Adults ~ $15; Children (ages 3-12) ~ $12; Ages 2 & under free with paid adult.
Phone 760.765.2288
The Menghini Winery
Menghini Winery, located 3 miles north of downtown Julian California, is nestled in the foothills of Volcan Mountain. Surrounded by apple orchards and a six acre vineyard, the winery produces approximately 4,000 cases of wine annually. The winery hosts an annual Grape Stomp Festival, a Starfest, a Blues Bash, and several other exciting events, so be sure to check out their website event schedule.
Website: menghiniwinery.com
Orfila Winery
Visitors exploring the beautiful mountain resort of Julian or the spectacular Anza Borrego Desert, are invited to stop at Orfila’s charming Tasting Room. We are located within the Wynola Farms Marketplace, about two miles west of the peaceful, historic town of Julian. Our Julian Tasting Room and Gift Shop features a great selection of our award-winning wines and a vast array of gourmet delectables, including gourmet olive oils and grape seed oils. Our Gift Shop is also noted for its collection of wine-related gifts, books, and chocolates. Large format, hand-painted wine bottles and custom labeling are available by special order.
Website: orfila.com/tasting-julian.html
Granny’s Kitchen
A local favorite coffee place is the Granny’s Kitchen. It is located at the opposite end of Julian by the gas station. We suggest you get a cup of your favorite fresh brewed coffee at Granny’s Kitchen and slowly sip while strolling down Main Street till you get to the Julian Pie Company. Now, buy a whole cut pie and eat a slice with the remainder of your coffee. Take the rest of the pie back to your campsite or cottage for dessert later!
Winter Office Hours:
Mon. thru Thu. 9am – 5pm
Friday 9am – 6pm
Saturday 9am -5pm
Sunday 9am – 4pm
(After hours Check-in is
not permissible.)
Location
4446 Highway 79
P.O. Box 2380
Julian, CA 92036
Contact
(760) 765-0429