Outdoors in San Diego

Chollas Lake Park

Mt. Helix Park

High point offering views of San Diego, with a large amphitheater hosting plays, lectures & events.

Cowles Mountain Trailhead

Picturesque uphill hiking trail known for its panoramic views at the summit.

Old Poway Park & Railroad

Bustling park offers a Saturday farmer’s market, vintage train rides, a museum & historic buildings.

Kimball Park

Presidio Park

Expansive park offers a cultural museum & historical sites, plus trails, city views & picnic space.

Iron Mountain Trailhead

Montgomery-Waller Community Park

Municipal gymnasium & activity center with ball fields, basketball courts & a playground.

Point Loma Tide Pools

National monument rock pools exposed at low tide below sandstone cliffs teeming with rich sea life.

Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve

Staycation spot for locals with 7 man-made lakes for camping, boating, fishing & picnics.

Del Mar Dog Beach

Torrey Pines State Beach

This wide, sandy beach with a picnic area is popular spot for swimming, surfing & fishing.

Lake Murray Community Park

Coronado Beach

Swimming, sunbathing, surfing & other outdoor recreation draws crowds to this scenic, urban beach.

Pepper Park

This 5.5-acre park features a playground, a boat launch, picnic tables, a fishing pier & restrooms.

Ski Beach Park

Small island park offering a boat launch, playground, jogging path, picnic space & large grass area.

Hillcrest Farmers Market

Outdoor farmers market held on Sundays with organic produce, gift, clothing & world food stalls.

Harbor Island Park

Tranquil public park overlooking the bay with a shoreline path for walkers & a route for bicyclists.

Tuna Harbor Park

Bayside park featuring shaded grassy areas, a promenade & a big statue of a sailor kissing a nurse.

Bonita Cove

Waterfront park providing lifeguard-supervised swimming, a playground, picnic space & BBQ grills.