Property Description
Discover Sky Ridge Preserve, 61.49 acres of pristine mountain wilderness on beautiful Palomar Mountain, where privacy, natural beauty and wide-open possibilities come together in an extraordinary setting. Bordering the Cleveland National Forest, this remarkable property is covered in native vegetation, including towering pines, cedar and fir trees, majestic oaks and manzanita, creating the feeling of your own private mountain preserve.
The land unfolds across varied terrain with views of the surrounding mountains and valleys in multiple directions. Wake to easterly sunrises, watch colorful sunsets settle over the distant ridgelines, and experience brilliant night skies far removed from city lights. Wildlife watching, hiking, hunting, stargazing, recreation or simply finding a quiet place to reconnect with nature are all part of the experience here.
At the property's highest elevation, a small sleeping cabin offers a wonderfully secluded place to take in the views and surrounding forest. Terraced pads easily accessible from East Grade Road offer possibilities for to build your own private mountain retreat, while improving the existing road toward the upper elevations could open access to an incredible homesite overlooking the surrounding mountaintops and valleys.
This is an opportunity for someone looking to create a truly self-sufficient mountain escape. There is no public power currently available, making solar an ideal option. A private well and septic system would also need to be developed.
Despite its peaceful and secluded setting, some of the backcountry's most treasured destinations are within easy reach. Explore Palomar Mountain State Park, visit the world-renowned Palomar Observatory, spend the day at Lake Henshaw, or venture to Julian for dining, shopping, wineries, orchards and seasonal activities.
Whether envisioned as a personal retreat, recreational getaway or future mountain homestead, Sky Ridge Preserve offers something increasingly difficult to find: substantial acreage, exceptional privacy, direct proximity to National Forest land and the freedom to create your own place in the mountains.