Calico Ranch is a family-run apple and pear orchard located near the historic town of Julian. The farm has remained in production since it was first planted in the early 1930's. The Young family has owned the 30 acre orchard for more than nineteen years.  As one of the last remaining apple orchards in the Julian area where the public can enjoy the fun of picking their own fruit, Calico Ranch offers the possibility of a unique family experience. Hours of Operation - Due to drought this year, there were fewer apples so unfortunately this will be our last weekend open for the 2009 season. We still have plenty of wonderful, freshly picked apples available in our fruit stand so come on up and take a walk though the beautiful orchard, see the fall colors and take home some delicious Julian apples. We will be open Saturday and Sunday October 31rd & November 1st. Hours are 10 - 4 (weather permitting). About Our Apples - More than 130 varieties of apples are grown on-site as well as several varieties of pears. At Calico Ranch, we implement an integrated pest management system which is a safer, minimized and wiser use of pesticides and herbicides. We offer a different variety off apples and pears each weekend depending on which become ripe at that particular time of the season. Whether you come for the U-Pick experience or just to visit our Easy-pick fruit stand, we hope that your visit will be a memorable one. Getting There - Take Hwy 67 or 78 through Ramona to Santa Ysabel.  Proceed through Santa Ysabel to Wynola.  Watch for signs on the left after Wynola Pizza.  We are located on Hwy 78 before Calico Ranch Road.  Come and see us when you visit Julian.  Thank you,  The Youngs