When most people picture Southern California, it’s often the pristine sandy beaches and towering palm trees that come to mind. But SoCal is also home to some pretty fantastic rural settings and some of them are even hiding right in the middle of the city.

For example, you’d never guess this delightful farm was only minutes away from the city. Show up for a visit and you’ll be transported back in time to when life moved at a much slower pace. Here’s a closer look at this charming old-timey farm.

Welcome to W.D. Dickinson Farm, House, and Mercantile -- an old fashioned farm that's hiding right in the middle of the city.
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Address: 1430 E 24th St, National City, CA 91950
Located on the property of this small plot urban farm you'll find a historic Queen Ann Victorian that dates back to 1888. If you're familiar with Southern California, you know this type of architecture is quite rare around here.
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Show up throughout the year and you'll be treated to seasonal produce grown right here on the farm. Everything on the farm is grown through organic methods so you can be assured you won't be consuming any dangerous pesticides from this locally grown produce.
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A trip to Dickinson Farm isn't complete without stopping by their old farm store.
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Stroll inside the farm store and you'll find fresh produce straight from the farm, scratch-made jams and other spreads, and a variety of handmade goods that will make you feel right at home.
Each season this local farm hosts a variety of events to showcase their produce. Some of their most popular events are the farm to table dinners served under the SoCal sky.
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Dine on freshly prepared dishes made straight from ingredients grown right here on the farm. Everything is packed with tons of color and flavor.
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It truly doesn't get much fresher than this!
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What a delightful little farm to discover in Southern California. W.D. Dickinson Farm is located at 1430 E 24th Street, National City, CA 91950. If you’d like more details about this local gem you can find additional information on their website right over here.

Love the rural side of SoCal? Then you’ll also want to take a look at these 10 delightful farms in Southern California. They are the perfect place to drive on a lazy Sunday morning.

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