Rubenson Artists' Reception
We're excited to have you join us at a special Rubenson Endowment Artists' Reception featuring the art work inspired by Volcan Mountain and created by 2026…
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ROOTED IN COMMUNITY. WILD AT HEART.
One mountain.
A shared future.
We’re a community nonprofit protecting Volcan Mountain near Julian, California, through conservation and outdoor education.
VOLCAN MOUNTAIN · JULIAN, CALIFORNIA
HAPPENING ON THE MOUNTAIN
Upcoming events & experiences
GET OUTSIDE
Plan your visit.
A little planning goes a long way. Public preserve trails and VMF’s Nature Center have different access arrangements. Nature Center visits must be scheduled; check preserve conditions before heading out.
Know before you go →Public trails & maps
Find public preserve trails, maps, and information from the park operators.
Find trails & maps →Explore with a guide
Find upcoming guided hikes and opportunities to learn outdoors.
Find a guided hike →Discover the mountain
Get to know its geology, wildlife, watersheds, and history.
Meet Volcan Mountain →ONE MOUNTAIN. MANY WAYS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Keep it wild.
Keep it for everyone.
The mountain connects us. Caring for it brings us together.
We work to preserve Volcan Mountain in its natural state for all generations—through conservation, education, and a community that shows up for the land.
Meet the foundation →
Conservation in action
Care for habitats, watersheds, and wild places.
Learning on the mountain
Inspire curiosity and a love of the outdoors.
A community that cares
Make a difference for the mountain.
FROM THE MOUNTAIN
News & stories.
2026 Fab Feasts
Join the Volcan Mountain Foundation community as we come together to raise a toast. There is something for everyone in this wonderful collection of Fab…
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Familiar volunteer brings science background to new position
Familiar volunteer brings science background to new VMF position February 2026 A familiar face has joined Volcan Mountain Foundation in a newly-created staff…
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Press Release: Volcan Mountain Foundation Receives $400,000 Grant to Expand Forest Resilience Work
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 10, 2025 Volcan Mountain Foundation Receives $400,000 Grant to Expand Forest Resilience Work Julian, CA – The Volcan Mountain…
Read the story →KEEP IT WILD, TOGETHER
Support the mountain.
Every gift helps protect this special place.