Ride forest trails while uncovering Julian’s Gold Rush history
1 hour
Up to 5 people
Guided ride, helmets, history
Explore shaded forest trails at Sacred Mountain Ranch on a horseback ride that pairs local nature with Julian’s history. Hear stories of the region’s Gold Rush roots as you ride with equine professionals.
Full refund with 24 hours' notice. If the operator cancels due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, you receive a raincheck voucher. No refund for no-shows.
Product ID: VNBWT8
No riding experience is required. Ride trained horses with guidance from equine professionals.
Helmets designed for equine activities are available free of charge and recommended. You may choose to decline a helmet.
The ride may proceed in gentle rain, so bring a rain jacket if rain is forecast. Severe or inclement weather may require rescheduling.
Sacred Mountain Ranch, 2323 Farmer Road, Julian, CA 92036
We were initially looking for a venue that had an outdoor summer camp feel, was out of the city, and where our guests could stay for an entire weekend. We discovered Sacred Mountain through our search, and when we went to visit, we fell in love. We decided to choose Sacred Mountain for our wedding weekend venue on August 16th 2025. It was our perfect venue, it had everything we wanted and more. The grounds are beautiful, everything is accessible and easy to navigate, and they allow so many different setups for anything you can think of. The lodging was perfect for our guests, who really enjoyed the amenities like the breakfast bar that came with it. Our families loved the cute cottages, and the brand new pickleball court was a huge highlight for everyone. It was also perfect for hosting an after party on site, so the celebration didn't have to end when the reception did. The entire experience felt like the best summer camp of all time, everything we needed was right there. We'd recommend Sacred Mountain to any couple looking for a venue that feels like a getaway rather than just a wedding location.
Chris and Joli
August 25, 2026
We were initially looking for a venue that had an outdoor summer camp feel, was out of the city, and where our guests could stay for an entire weekend. We discovered Sacred Mountain through our search, and when we went to visit, we fell in love. We decided to choose Sacred Mountain for our wedding weekend venue on August 16th 2025. It was our perfect venue, it had everything we wanted and more. The grounds are beautiful, everything is accessible and easy to navigate, and they allow so many different setups for anything you can think of. The lodging was perfect for our guests, who really enjoyed the amenities like the breakfast bar that came with it. Our families loved the cute cottages, and the brand new pickleball court was a huge highlight for everyone. It was also perfect for hosting an after party on site, so the celebration didn't have to end when the reception did. The entire experience felt like the best summer camp of all time, everything we needed was right there. We'd recommend Sacred Mountain to any couple looking for a venue that feels like a getaway rather than just a wedding location.
Chris and Joli
August 25, 2026
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