Cuyamaca Rancho State Park 12551 Highway 79, Julian, CA 92016, Located in Descanso, 760-765-0755, 800-444-7275, A variety of activities are available at this lovely 25,000 acre park, including trout fishing, seasonal duck hunting, camping, and hiking. Home of the Stonewall Mine & Museum and Los Caballos Horse Camp. more...

Julian Stables 881 Highway 79, Julian, CA 92036, 760-765-1598, Experience another side of Julian during a one hour guided trail ride on fine, quality horses to Volcan Mountain Preserve and the peaks of Cuyamaca. By reservation only. Rides depart at 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:00 p.m.

Back Country Trail Guides 520 Main Street, Julian, CA 91962, Located in Pine Valley, Providing outdoor adventure activities for groups of all sizes, this group offers guided hikes, wilderness scavenger hunts, and a challenge ropes course. Transportation is provided and all fitness levels are welcome.