"San Diego's Wild Animal and Wine Country" Rancho Bernardo by lmkluque

Rancho Bernardo Travel Guide: 20 reviews and 20 photos

UNDER CONSTRUCTION!

Welcome to my Rancho Bernardo page,

It all begins with the earth, sunshine, rain and the grape.

California wines are rising in reputation every year. There are several wineries in the San Diego area and I'll tell you about two that are nice places to visit, to have a tour, to taste the wine and to have a picnic.

The San Diego Wild Animal Park is in this area--actually in Escondido--and another reason for exploring northern San Diego.

I hope you enjoy your visit,
Linda

A View of Rancho Bernardo

A great place for the view!

This community is not really a tourist's paradise. However, just down the road, you'll find the San Diego Wild Animal Park, Orfila Winery and Rancho Bernardo Winery. I love spending an afternoon at a winery and thought you might like to know about these.

The photo was taken from inside the Rancho Bernardo branch of the San Diego Public Library. The door is glass with, "Muriel S. Campbell Viewpoint Patio" printed on it. I thought it would make an interesting and defining shot.

Last visit to Rancho Bernardo: Aug 2003
Intro Updated Feb 13, 2006
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Reviews (15)

ORFILA WINERY Off The Beaten Path (1)

This is my favorite winery. I come with a friend, taste a few wines and buy a bottle to go with the picnic lunch we... more travel advice

FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS Things to Do (3)

This welcome sign is in the parking lot and gives directions to tasting room! Beyond this point are many interesting... more travel advice

GREAT VIEWS EVERYWHERE Things to Do (3)

This is the picnic area to the west of the Ofila tasting room. This winery, though technically located in Escondido,... more travel advice

A Pause that Refreshes - Rancho Bernardo

RANCHO BERNARDO'S FOUNTAIN! Things to Do (3)

The name of this center in Rancho Bernardo escapes me but there are several restaurants here worth your attention, not... more travel advice

Transportation (1)
BERNARDO WINERY
Local Customs (1)
GRAPES ON THE VINE
Restaurants (4)
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Comments (7)

ricky52 Mar 6, 2008 at 5:22 PM Report Abuse

great pages and tips. I take it, you like your wine? lol
Imbi Dec 7, 2003 at 5:15 AM Report Abuse

the concept of Picnic has been vanished in large cities like London, but we do take some time out in summer for a family picnic.
matcrazy1 Dec 4, 2003 at 12:08 PM Report Abuse

I see you had an unforgettable picnic (or better to say pre-picnic) there :-). I need a driver to get there with my addiction to California wines hehe.
keeweechic Jul 13, 2003 at 2:38 PM Report Abuse

Good to see you got your priorities right for the first order of business:-) Shame about the short picnic, you were really getting into it. I really like the sound of this day's outing.
acemj Mar 30, 2003 at 12:21 PM Report Abuse

This is where I lived Linda (on Escoba Place in RB). I was too young for the wine tasting though! Love the Wild Animal Park. Thanks.
sim1 Mar 19, 2003 at 12:29 PM Report Abuse

Aaaah wine tasting! Sounds great to go here some day and taste the wines! I often drink a Californian wine at home :-)
d_d Feb 22, 2003 at 12:04 PM Report Abuse

I often heard about Rancho and its wineries from my collegues... nice to see these places in your page!