For Sale

Listed by Meriah Druliner and Donn Bree

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc #NDP2606672

25258 Black Canyon Rd, San Diego County, CA, 92070

$1,997,000

3
2
2
1873 sq. ft.
3534022.8 sq. ft.

SingleFam

1 day on the market

What's around 25258 Black Canyon Rd

About this property

A Sacred Sanctuary of Mesa Grande — Tucked away in the timeless hills of Mesa Grande lies Engelmann Oak Ranch, an 80-acre sanctuary that feels as if it were crafted by nature itself for peace, renewal, and inspiration. Steeped in rich history, this land whispers stories of its earliest stewards. Today, that same energy still hums beneath the ancient Engelmann oaks, some of the most rare and revered oaks in North America, their silver-green canopies swaying with the mountain breeze. ~The ranch’s heart is a well-maintained three-bedroom, two-bath ranch house, thoughtfully designed to balance comfort, practicality, and connection to the land. Its welcoming interior features an open-concept kitchen and living area, where a cozy fireplace serves as a warm centerpiece, with the added convenience of central heating and air. The home has been recently refreshed with new appliances, flooring, and paint, creating a bright, move-in-ready space. Large, panoramic windows frame sweeping views, allowing natural light to fill the rooms, and a newly built expansive covered porch invites year-round indoor/outdoor living—the perfect spot to unwind while overlooking the pasture and tranquil pond. ~Here, time slows. The landscape stretches into a living canvas of rolling meadows, wildflowers, and granite outcroppings—offering several awe-inspiring vantage points over Pamo Valley, Palomar Mountain, and the legendary Rancho Guejito. Well-established trails wind through open meadows and shady groves of native oak and manzanita, leading to a serene pond and improved open air gathering space - perfect for personal camping, special occasions and outdoor recreation. Pick handfuls of wild blackberries that flourish along the trails—sun-warmed and sweet. As the sun dips below the horizon, the sky transforms into a masterpiece of color, a reminder of nature’s sacred balance. ~Beyond the home, the ranch’s infrastructure quietly supports the land’s potential. With generous usable acreage, the property offers abundant development potential—such as an estate residence, workshops, barns, ADU or guest house—subject to investigation and approval by the County of San Diego. A private water well with new pump and 10,000-gallon storage tank sustain both home and acreage. With A72 zoning and the coveted “O” animal designator, the possibilities are vast: from a full-time working ranch or equestrian haven to a regenerative retreat or private nature preserve. ~Surrounded by the pristine landscape of Cleveland National Forest and close to the Historic Town of Julian, Santa Ysabel Preserve, Lake Henshaw and Palomar Mountain, the ranch offers both seclusion and adventure. ~This property embodies the essence of Southern California’s backcountry—where vast skies, quiet mornings, and ancient oaks stand as witnesses to generations of life and legacy. Deer graze among the meadows, hawks and owls soar overhead, and the air is filled with the scent of wild buckwheat and white sage. Engelmann Oak Ranch is more than land—it is a living story, one rooted in history, harmony, and the enduring spirit of Mesa Grande.

Looking for more information on 25258 Black Canyon Rd?

Explore comparables, sales history and growth for this property.
Learn more

Contact

Similar properties for sale nearby

For Sale
$1,450,000
9474 Black Mountain Truck Trail
San Diego County CA 92070
3
2
8
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.
For Sale
$1,295,000
25443 Mesa Grande Rd
San Diego County CA 92070
3
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty
For Sale
$675,000
1328 Riverwood Road
Santa Ysabel CA 92070
3
2
4
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Orchard Realty, Inc.

Other properties for sale by Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty

For Sale
$475,000
1352 Sunshine Trail
Julian CA 92036
2
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty
For Sale
$370,000
37589 Montezuma Valley Road
Ranchita CA 92066
3
2
Other
Listing courtesy of Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty
Pending
$859,000
14621 Woods Valley Road
Valley Center CA 92082
3
2
5
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty

Browse properties sold in nearby areas

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the "DMCA") provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under MLS GRID IDX Rules Updated September 16, 2024 7 U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices must be sent in writing by email to: dmca@ratemyagent.com

The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information: (1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement; (2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content; (3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and email address; (4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law; (5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and (6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint.

© 2026 RateMyAgent