Sky Oaks | A Meadowland Oasis

Own A Rare Piece of American History Across 560 Acres of Natural Biodiversity 

Experience a rustic ecological retreat with sprawling meadowlands offering endless development opportunities.

• Ranch Estates
• Multiple Dwelling Investments
• Wellness Centers, Spas & Retreats
• Equestrian Resorts
• Glamping, Eco-Lodges & Hiking Lodges
• Vineyards & Wineries

Beyond the sweeping meadowlands, enjoy abundant mature live oak, sycamore, pine and river willow trees, open fields, and chaparral shrubs.  The area is surrounded by natural landmarks, including the Pacific Crest Trail, Palomar Mountain, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Cleveland National Forest, while the California Riding & Hiking Trail runs between the land and offers sweeping views of Lake Henshaw.

Located 85 miles from downtown San Diego, in the town of Warner Springs, in the east end of the Chihuahua Valley. Sky Oaks provides absolute privacy with thousands of surrounding open-space public land acreage, while being enclosed on three-sides by the Palomar, Santa Catarina, & San Jacinto mountain ranges.

Listing Information

Sky Oaks is divided into 4 listing zones for flexibility in ownership across 10 parcels.

Offered at $5,760,000 across approximately 560 acres - see further listing details below.

Sky Oaks West 

31225 Chihuahua Valley Rd  |  237 acres  |  SR-10  |  3 Parcels  | Offered at $2,800,000 

Parcel 1 - 158 acres

Parcel 2 - 39 acres

Parcel 3 - 40 acres

• Includes Boden Field (with 3+ wells, dating back to 19th Century)
• Features historic Oak View Homestead House & Barn (with 2 wells)
• South views to Lake Henshaw
• Hiking trails with direct access to Cleveland National Forest and Indian Flats Campground
• Mature Oak Grove, over 800 years old
• Backs up to conservation open acreage to south
• 1¼ mile frontage on Chihuahua Valley Road, easily accessilble on 3 sides  

Sky Oaks East

31750 Chihuahua Valley Rd  |  200 acres  |  RL-20 |  5 Parcels  |  Offered at $1,600,000

Parcel 4 - 40 acres

Parcel 5 - 40 acres

Parcel 6 - 40 acres

Parcel 7 - 40 acres

Parcel 8 - 40 acres

• Sky View House (1 well)
• Hiking trails & streambeds
• Trails built for horses, leading to tourmaline mine
• Sky View Meadowland (grassland with scattered oak and 1 well)
• East and south property protected by conservation open space
• Access from private automatic gate at end of Chihuahua Valley Road via private easement for community adjacent owners

Sky Oaks Central

0 Chihuahua Valley Rd  |  80 acres  |  SR-10 |  1 Parcel  |  Offered at $960,000

Parcel 9 - 80 acres

• Oak grove
• Year-round pond (1 well)
• ¼ mile frontage on paved Chihuahua Valley Road

Sky Oaks North 

00 Chihuahua Valley Rd  |  40 acres  |  SR-10  |  1 Parcel  |  Offered at $400,000

Parcel 10 - 40 acres

• Valley views to Lake Henshaw
• Pacific Crest Trail located a few miles away on Lost Valley Road
• San Diego State University Research Tower and nearby SDSU Biodiversity Conservation Center

*Sky Oaks South - Currently Pending Sale, Not Listed 

0000 Chihuahua Valley Rd  |  80 acres  |   RL-20  |  2 Parcels  |  $800,000

Climate & Land Characteristics

Sky Oaks has idyllic weather consistent with the Southern California region due to proximity to the Pacific Ocean coast and experiences a mild breadth of all four seasons.  Temperatures range from 60-85°F during the day and 30-50°F at night.

Soils are dominantly decomposed granite with excellent drainage and absorption, suitable for various grape vineyards. The mountains surround and protect on three-sides of the property scale up 6,000 ft and provide 10,000 acres of watershed, while the land sits at 4,400 ft in elevation. An opening to the southwest provides a prevailing breeze and sweeping views to Lake Henshaw, a year-round fishing reservoir at the base of Palomar Mountain. The majority of the land is level with open fields, abundant trees and shrubland, as well as numerous wells located on the property.  At certain times during the year, running water can be found on the land with the headwaters of the San Luis Rey River cutting directly through and down to Lake Henshaw.

Geographic Area

Easily accessible from Highway 79, the Chihuahua Valley is 6 miles north of Warner Springs, 12 miles east of Mount Palomar Observatory, a 35-minute drive to Lake Henshaw, 30 miles southeast of Temecula wine country, and a 50-minute drive to the historic mountain-town of Julian. 

This rustic area attracts outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, hikers, scientists, historical travelers and explorers, and those looking to escape for a weekend getaway from the nearby surrounding cities of San Diego, Orange County, Palm Springs, and Los Angeles. 

Historical Significance:

Warner Springs holds an important piece of American West history.  It houses National Historic Landmarks like the Oak Grove Butterfield Stage Station and the timeless Warner’s Ranch.  The Butterfield Overland Mail stagecoach line was a trading post that served passerbys on the long journey from New Mexico to Los Angeles.  The legendary Warner Springs Ranch Resort is an authentic 2,500-acre property, established in 1844 by William Henshaw, housing restored historic guest cottages that allow modern-day visitors to escape to the "Old West".

Pioneers, settlers, cattleman and vaqueros also spent time passing through the Warner-Carrillo Ranch House, built by a woman rancher, Vincenta Carrillo, in 1857.  It was used as a stage stop and trading post during the Gold Rush, utilized as a stop in the Frontier period of westward migration, and also for the cattle ranching industry.  In present day the site is utilized as a museum to experience San Diego County's "most important unprotected historical site". Another incredible site to see is the St. Francis of Assisi Chapel & Cemetery, built in the late 1800's, by American-Mexican citizens.

The Los Coyotes Band of Cahuilla & Cupeño Indians call the Los Coyotes Native-American Reservation home with over 25,000 acres.  Established in 1889, visitor destinations includie Hot Springs Mountain, San Diego's tallest mountain scaling over 6,500 ft, as well as hiking and camping grounds.

Today the surrounding area is also treasured for it's natural terrain being utilized as conservation land by San Diego State University at the Sky Oaks Field Station (SOFS).  Established in 1981 by the Sky Oaks Trust, a private philanthropic organization, the land was donated with the intention of focused research surrounding global climate change.  Nearby on the Schoepe Scout Reservation, young boys and girls can experience a once-in-a-lifetime Boy Scouts of America adventure earning badges and participating in activities like zip-lining, rappeling and horseback riding.  Lastly, visitors can peruse the award-winning hidden treasure wineries on the North Mountain Wine Trail that include Hawk Watch, Emerald Creek Winery and Shadow Mountain Vineyards.