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Welcome to Historic Santa Ysabel - Preserving Our Past

Discover the rich history and culture of Santa Ysabel, California, and explore its significant impact on our lives today. From the historic Santa Ysabel Mission to various things to do in Santa Ysabel, there's so much to learn and experience.

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PLAN your visit...

Aerial view of the crossroads at HWY 78 and HWY 79 with buildings and vegetation.

Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a fun day out in San Diego's beautiful backcountry, HISTORIC SANTA YSABEL has something for everyone. Check our hours for the famous restaurants, antique shops, art gallery, the nature center, tiny homes, and so much more! Get directions to help you plan your visit.

Dudley's Bakery building with a rustic roof and cloudy sky.

Family Traditions in the Back Country

For decades, families have made it their tradition to take a break from the fast life to enjoy a scenic drive out to the backcountry, followed by great food. Santa Ysabel's restaurants are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!

Group of men on horses in front of Santa Ysabel Store, circa 1896.

History & Exhibits

Our exhibits cover a wide range of topics, from the founding of our community to the modern day. With interactive displays, multimedia presentations, and hands-on activities, our exhibits are fun and engaging for visitors of all ages.

The Santa Ysabel Asistencia was founded on September 20, 1818, as a asistencia or "sub-mission" to M

Learn Native American History

The Santa Ysabel Asistencia was founded on September 20, 1818, as an Asistencia or "sub-mission" to Mission San Diego de Alcalá and to serve as a rest stop for travelers between San Diego and Sonora.

Old black and white photo of Santa Ysabel, California, with rustic buildings and a dirt road.

Events

From marathons, holiday festivals, concerts to camping, lectures, and workshops, Historic Santa Ysabel hosts a variety of events throughout the year. Please check out our calendar to see what's coming up and plan your visit accordingly.

UPCOMING EVENTS

September 6 to Oct 13, 2025

Visiones Latinas

11am-5pm

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Thursday through Mondays

Santa Ysabel Art Gallery

Event Details

September 6 to Oct 13, 2025

Visiones Latinas

Visiones Latinas showcases the powerful voices and unique perspectives of Latino and Latina artists, inviting viewers into a space where per...

Event Details

11am-5pm

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Thursday through Mondays

Santa Ysabel Art Gallery

August 9-25th, 2025

A Call for Kids Art

Aug 9-25th

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Call for appointment

Santa Ysabel Art Gallery

Event Details

August 9-25th, 2025

A Call for Kids Art

Santa Ysabel Art Gallery is welcoming Kids Artwork in August. Call for appointment to drop off your kids art work from August 9th through Au...

Event Details

Aug 9-25th

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Call for appointment

Santa Ysabel Art Gallery

May 24th-25th, 2025

Backcountry Fun Run , Hike & Bike

May 24th @ 7:30am - Run & Hike

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May 25th Bike

Santa Ysabel Preserve & Olive & Oak Antiques - General Store

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May 24th-25th, 2025

Backcountry Fun Run , Hike & Bike

Be a part of the first Historic Santa Ysabel Backcountry Fun Run, Hike & Bike event...whether you're a runner, hiker, or biker! This 2-day e...

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May 24th @ 7:30am - Run & Hike

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May 25th Bike

Santa Ysabel Preserve & Olive & Oak Antiques - General Store

May 10th, 2025 - July 7th, 2025

Doshi- The Beauty of What You Love

May 10th through July 7th, 2025

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May 10th Reception 4-7pm

Santa Ysabel Art Gallery

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May 10th, 2025 - July 7th, 2025

Doshi- The Beauty of What You Love

Doshis' work in fiber is shaped by nature and the seasons express her meditations of the journey in this life.

As she explores new possibilit...

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May 10th through July 7th, 2025

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May 10th Reception 4-7pm

Santa Ysabel Art Gallery

April 26th, 2025

Tiny Home Tours & Talks

Saturday

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Talks start 10:30-Tours start at 12pm-4pm

Santa Ysabel Tiny Home Community by Rebuilding Green

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April 26th, 2025

Tiny Home Tours & Talks

If you're thinking about living Tiny or Tiny as a backyard unit or as a Tiny Home community...Homeowners and investors come learn from Rebu...

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Saturday

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Talks start 10:30-Tours start at 12pm-4pm

Santa Ysabel Tiny Home Community by Rebuilding Green

More Events

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Reserve your spot for the Run/Hike in Santa Ysabel, California on May 24th, 2025! The Backcountry Run/Hike is $60 to register. This fee includes the run/hike, a delicious BBQ lunch, and a t-shirt! For more details, visit https://www.farmhouse78.com/store/event/historic-santa-ysabel-backcountry-fun-run-hike-bike/.

If you're interested in biking, check out the biking event on Sunday, May 25th, by visiting https://sdbc.org/grit-and-gravel. Discover all the exciting things to do in Santa Ysabel, including visiting the historic Santa Ysabel Mission!

Historic Santa Ysabel (THE CROSSROADS-Hwy78 & 79)

30275 Julian Road, Santa Ysabel, California 92070, United States

info@SantaYsabel.org

Welcome to Historic Santa Ysabel - Preserving Our Past

Welcome to Historic Santa Ysabel - Preserving Our Past

Study the past if you would define the future.

The town of Santa Ysabel began in 1878...

Connecting the Present...

Connecting the Present...

Connecting the Present...

...to the Past

Connecting the Present...

Connecting the Present...

Today, it has become one of San Diego's best-hidden gems. Santa Ysabel can be found at the historic CrossRoads, where Hwy 78 and Hwy 79 meet.

PLAN your visit...

Family Traditions in the Back Country

History & Exhibits

Learn Native American History

Events

UPCOMING EVENTS

September 6 to Oct 13, 2025

Visiones Latinas

11am-5pm

-

Thursday through Mondays

September 6 to Oct 13, 2025

Visiones Latinas

11am-5pm

-

Thursday through Mondays

August 9-25th, 2025

A Call for Kids Art

Aug 9-25th

-

Call for appointment

August 9-25th, 2025

A Call for Kids Art

Aug 9-25th

-

Call for appointment

May 24th-25th, 2025

Backcountry Fun Run , Hike & Bike

May 24th @ 7:30am - Run & Hike

-

May 25th Bike

May 24th-25th, 2025

Backcountry Fun Run , Hike & Bike

May 24th @ 7:30am - Run & Hike

-

May 25th Bike

May 10th, 2025 - July 7th, 2025

Doshi- The Beauty of What You Love

May 10th through July 7th, 2025

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May 10th Reception 4-7pm

May 10th, 2025 - July 7th, 2025

Doshi- The Beauty of What You Love

May 10th through July 7th, 2025

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May 10th Reception 4-7pm

April 26th, 2025

Tiny Home Tours & Talks

Saturday

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Talks start 10:30-Tours start at 12pm-4pm

April 26th, 2025

Tiny Home Tours & Talks

Saturday

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Talks start 10:30-Tours start at 12pm-4pm

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