You don't expect to be driving back from a day trip in Julian and suddenly spot actual camels…read moregrazing in an open pasture but that's exactly what made us pull an immediate U-turn! ​Our first visit was an impromptu stop around 3:30pm. We had just missed the 3pm tour for the day, but we checked out the gift shop, picked up some camel milk chocolate, grabbed a flyer for more information and promised ourselves we would come back for the full experience. ​Fast forward one week, we headed up to Julian early for breakfast and made sure we timed it right for the 11am tour. Coming back was 100% worth it; our tour guide was absolutely amazing and the staff were very friendly! We learned that the property is full of character. We got to see the birds, a donkey, turkeys, say hi to the resident cats, and hand feed the lambradoodle sheeps. But hands down, the highlight was feeding the camels themselves. Getting to interact with them up close is a memorable experience and something you rarely get to do anywhere else in SoCal. ​If you're heading up the 78 for pie or breakfast, keep your eyes on the pastures and make time for a tour. Highly recommend!

I'm a sucker for novelty, so when I found out there's a camel dairy in Ramona, I had to check it…read moreout. This past Sunday, three friends and I stopped by for the 3pm tour. We were running a little late due to the Sunday traffic coming from Julian (not to mention the long line for apple pie that we had been waiting in), so we didn't arrive until nearly 3:10pm. Thankfully, that wasn't a problem, and the woman working in the gift shop actually gave us a 50% discount! We had missed 10 minutes of a 30 minute tour (which normally costs $15/person), so I really appreciated this gesture. When we joined the tour group outside, we had only missed the first of three stops, which was the cockatoos. We arrived just in time to feed the "lambradoodle" sheep, which were SO cute! Next was the main attraction: the camels! We got to feed them pieces of apple on popsicle sticks, guided by the tour guide's safety directions. I didn't catch her name, but she was friendly, knowledgeable, and seemed to genuinely love the camels. She answered a bunch of our questions about them too. Afterward, my friends and I went back to the gift shop to ask more questions and buy camel soap, camel milk powder, camel milk chocolate, and camel milk lip balm. There were a bunch of samples of lotions and other skincare products you could try before buying. The chocolate was delicious, like a creamier, less sweet Hershey bar. The property closes at 4pm, so we had about 30 minutes for the gift shop. All in all, this was a fun experience and a great addition to our Julian day trip. The staff were SO friendly and welcoming too. I only wish the tour was longer and that there was a little more to see!

Wow what a fun place to stumble upon. My daughter was asking for me to find a nursery that was…read morekinda near Grand Ole BBQ. She said she went there before so I found one and off we went. She told me that she didn't think I put in the right place but we decided to go anyway. We saw that this place was so cute and had so many fun little things to see. At the time there was a sort of craft swap meet too. There were so many creative creators. I almost went broke. They have a decent size store that had about average prices. We got some great deals at the swap meet as well There is a small coffee shop and the lady behind the counter was super friendly. The coffee was average. It could have been less milky but my grandson loved his smoothie. There were a couple of cute chickens in a pen. There is a small sand pit for toddlers and also a swing set for smaller kids as well. There is a flower maze near the beginning The maze does need a bit of a makeover but we still had a nice time looking at the tall sunflowers. They have a small kissing bridge for a cute photo op I will definitely be back with my other grandchildren.

If I could give more than five stars, I would! Summer Past Farms is a whimsical, family-owned farm…read morethat's overflowing with charm and beauty. From the live music and coffee shop to the rustic Mercantile barn full of unique finds, every corner invites you to slow down and enjoy the day. The pumpkin patch was incredible -- filled with all kinds of beautiful varieties at prices far below what you'll find in stores. We loved seeing the Highland cows, wandering the gardens, and finding all the perfect little spots for photos. There's plenty of seating, shade, and even a play area for kids. It's free to visit, thoughtfully designed, and clearly run by people who love what they do. Just off Highway 80 in East El Cajon, this is the perfect weekend escape. Can't wait to return!

Open Wed & Fri 1-4:30pm, Sat 8-2:30pm. Best prices & awesome produce!…read more This little farm is about a mile from my house. It is a family owned & operated business. The people that own & run it are super friendly, knowledgeable and helpful! They always have a wide variety of fruits & veggies to choose from. I came by one day and started gathering some produce. The young man working the stand could tell I was looking for something in particular and asked me if he could help me. I told him I was looking for Spinach. He took his shears and a bag and went right out into the gardens and got me some! It was soooo good and lasted a couple of weeks in my fridge! The prices are better than any grocery store around - even the health food stores! I love this little local farm and I love being able to get FRESH amazing produce, at a lower price, right down the street!!!

Good fruits it's so sweet and fresh . I'm enjoying here . I can't wait till I get to my kitchen…read moreand bake

What a great pumpkin patch! So reasonably priced for so much fun! The maze was challenging yet…read moredoable, and the prize was actually very generous. The pumpkins, sunflowers, Christmas trees were beautiful. The hay ride lasted so much longer than you think it would to be an included event. The best part was THE STAFF!! From the sweet young ladies who check you in to the tractor driver and the checkout staff, they were all so personable, relatable, patient, helpful, and kind. Excellent work! We'll definitely do this again!

Pumpkin Patch review…read more Free parking $7/person admission includes their Hay Maze and cornhole board games. On a warm afternoon the overhead irrigation misting system provided some cooling relief. Pumpkins $1/lb. Gourds $3/ea. Sunflowers $2/stem. At the concession stand: $1 critter feed tokens (dispenser machine does not take quarters) $7 apple cider slushie $7 popcorn $6 mocha $4 coffee, cocoa, or cider $2 water The folks we saw at the entrance and checkout register were friendly and helpful. Lines did get lengthy at times, but the pace moved along nicely during our visit. Happy autumn vibes!

I really wanted to love this stand and it's very cute and well stocked. I called in advance to see…read moreif the had eggs answered immediately. The person on the phone was nice and attentive. I wish they had parking, I have a stroller and a baby so it's really sketch walking the road and that there's no place to park. Some cars drive full speed down the road and it didn't feel safe. I got 3 dozen eggs and lettuce. 3 of the eggs were cracked. I didn't even think to check because farm stand. I'm not sure if I'll try this stand again.

We went to this small farm for Valentine's Day dinner. From…read morethe moment we walked onto the farm, we were warmly greeted and well taken care of. Every food item was delicious, very well prepared and presented. I highly recommend Fred's Urban Farm for a romantic and very delicious meal. Look no further for your organic micro greens.

This is my favorite spot for apple picking in Julian. The orchard has a more rustic feel than the…read moreother orchards in the area because all of the trees aren't the same size. Some are huge, old trees, and some are really young. They don't prune the trees to look uniform. I usually go to Volcan and Calico because both are dog friendly and they have different apple varieties and a different feel. Calico isn't open every weekend for U-pick. I think it's only open for one or two weekends a season. Make sure to check online to confirm whether/when they'll be open.

The bartenders are very friendly and the drinks are delicious. They have tables out in the orchards…read moreand the ambience is perfect. Lovely day. Also we enjoyed some tacos from a vendor that was set up in the orchard 10 out of 10 recommend.

Jim was so friendly and helpful! He's very welcoming with fun stories. It was about 92 when we…read morevisited and he immediately offered us a nice cold water bottle. Randy was very knowledgeable of all things plant related. I bought some milkweed here and will definitely be coming back for more.

I remember plant house on second street now moved closer to my home. They sell the most prolific…read moreproducing blueberries ever!!! Purchased three and service great friendly and knowledgeable. Plus their blueberry mulch/soil helps ensure your blueberries will be successful. Also, the value was fantastic comparable to less expensive than other nurseries.

Jennifer provided great service, she really helped us out in a bind. I can never repay her for my…read moreappreciation.. it's a cute little farm stand. Highly recommend...you can't go wrong!

We found this charming farmstand while staying at the owner's Airbnb farmhouse. The owners, JC and…read moreJennifer, were super friendly and gave us a farm tour. The farmstand is an honesty store stocked with so many great local goodies like honey, elderberry syrup/tincture, jewelry, fresh local milk, sourdough bread, cheesecake, brownies, and more. The sourdough bread and brownies were delicious! Payment is easy with Venmo or Zelle. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area!