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Black Mountain Open Space Park

2,352 acres of hills, ridges & canyons. Hike or bike to a central peak offering a 360-degree view.

Windansea Park

Pacific Ocean beach with rocks & sand popular for surfing & sunset-gazing.

Sunset Cliffs Coastal Trail (Linear Park)

Hiking trail atop the Pacific Ocean bluffs offering sunset views & seasonal gray whale watching.

J St Harbor Park

Mother Miguel Mountain Trailhead

El Toyon Park

Golden Hill Park

Family-friendly park with tennis courts, ball fields & a gym, plus picnic grounds & a playground.

Balboa Park Visitors Center

Calumet Park

Located above an ocean bluff, this green space lined with benches is used for events & relaxation.

Ventura Cove Park

Tiny waterfront park offering fire rings & picnic tables plus seasonal lifeguard-monitored swimming.

San Elijo Lagoon and Ecological Reserve

Nature reserve with 7 miles of trails plus a visitor center with exhibits overlooking the lagoon.

Cowles Mountain

Chula Vista Marina View Park

Lemon Grove Park

Bayview Park

This small bayside park with shade trees & benches offers views of the San Diego skyline.

Old Mission Dam

Veterans Park

Hilltop Community Park and Recreation Center

Big Rock Park

Park featuring tennis & pickleball courts, basketball, an off-leash dog area, a playground & more.

Eucalyptus County Park

Park & gathering place with a playground, picnic tables, a pavilion & horseshoe pits.