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Old 03-22-2008, 06:54 AM
 
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You guys are killing me! I own a condo in SD and hope to retire there SOON! Right now I am stuck in Kansas City. Thanks for the pics. They are awesome!
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Old 03-25-2008, 01:17 AM
 
Location: Sandy Eggo - Kensington
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Two weekends ago, a buddy and I headed out to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park to check out the annual wildflower blooms, which is an annual rite of passage in these parts. From my house, it's a mere 85 mile drive through the mountains and down to the desert floor. There is no doubt that San Diego County possesses the most varied climate and topography of any in the entire country.

Here's a glimpse at San Diego's rural side.........

Heading east towards the mountains as seen from El Cajon


Not long ago, Alpine was a small mountain community, now it looks like Rancho Bernardo


It's a two-lane road all the way to the our destination


First stop is one of many roadside stands that sell snacks such as homemade beef jerky, nuts and fruits




Say hello to Pam!


The perfect Sunday drive




As we climb in elevation, it was so sad to see the devastation from the recent wildfires that destroyed the once pine-covered mountains.




Coming up on Lake Cuyamaca






The historic town of Julian is only minutes away


Julian(Pop. 1,600) is an old old mining town founded back in the late 1800's during a mini-Gold Rush. Many of the buildings in town date back to that time. The best time to come here is during the Fall when the smell of Apple pie wafts throughout the charming main drag. It's most beautiful here after a fresh snowfall.




I swear, this place could be picked up and moved to North Carolina and no one would ever know the difference










Can you tell it's a popular daytrip for us city folks?














C'mon, we've still got places to go......

The disappearing vegetation means we are in the unforgiving desert now




Borrego Springs straight ahead


We're here, and I'm beginning to see what we came here for








I guess other people had the same idea. Look at all of the vehicles parked along the side of the road








Unfortunately, the ocotillos hadn't bloomed yet. The tips of this plant are a fiery red and are really cool




The road to nowhere


Heading back to San Diego a different way...

Mountain roads






This could almost be Colorado or Utah. Aaarggh...I wish there was snow on those peaks




Coming up on Santa Ysabel/Ramona


San Diego country roads












Kentucky or San Diego? You decide






Irish countryside?


White picket fence, anyone?


Iron Mountain in eastern Poway. It's one of favorite hikes around. 2,700 foot peak with incredible views from top


Looking down on North Poway from Poway Road



So there you have it, a look at a side of San Diego that you probably never even knew existed!
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Old 03-25-2008, 05:00 PM
 
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Wink Ur the coolest

Always there when I need a pick me up. 4 months 4 days to go
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Old 03-25-2008, 06:55 PM
 
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Your deserts are prettier than our deserts.
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Old 03-26-2008, 04:17 AM
 
Location: Originally Fayetteville, Arkansas/ now Seattle, Washington!
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Stunning! Every time i look at this thread i can't wait for my move to San Diego this summer! Thanks so much for the awesome pictures! More please!
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Old 03-26-2008, 10:06 AM
 
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La Jolla Shores Sunset



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Old 03-26-2008, 01:24 PM
 
Location: Colorado
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SDurbanite, thanks so much for posting those pics of the desert and the drive through Julian. I know that drive so well as we have spent countless day trips up there. What a great treat to see all those familiar places again! Your pictures are so appreciated.
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Old 03-26-2008, 06:35 PM
 
Location: Indianapolis
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What a drive, Suburbanite. You really captured all of it. I haven't been back to SD since 2001. It's especially sad to see the Cedar fire damage to Middle Peak. But your pictures brought back a wealth of great memories. Thanks for the incredible post!

Chris
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Old 03-27-2008, 11:20 AM
 
Location: San Marcos, CA
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Wow, all those pictures are great! I'm even more impatient to move back to California now. I used to live in Anza many years ago and would drive down to Julian once in awhile. Beautiful country, I so miss it.
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Old 03-27-2008, 06:42 PM
 
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i'll be there in 3 weeks. I'm a french canadian. I'm in a great hurry to get there and enjoy! Wow! gorgeous!
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