Outdoors in San Diego

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Outdoors in San Diego

ParkPhoto of Double Peak Park — Park

Double Peak Park

Rugged, 200-acre park featuring a play area & hiking trails that lead to a summit with ocean views.

San Marcos, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Cuvier Park — Park

Cuvier Park

Sandy beachfront park featuring surfing & swimming, picnic tables, BBQs & panoramic ocean views.

San Diego, CA|5
Hiking AreaPhoto of Annie's Canyon Trail — Hiking Area

Annie's Canyon Trail

Rugged wilderness hiking paths in an ecological reserve with sweeping ocean & lagoon views.

Encinitas, CA|5
Hiking AreaPhoto of Iron Mountain Trailhead — Hiking Area

Iron Mountain Trailhead

Poway, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Buccaneer Park — Park

Buccaneer Park

Tiny public green with basketball courts & a playground, plus a path along the Loma Alta Marsh.

Oceanside, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Harbor Island Park — Park

Harbor Island Park

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

San Diego, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Torrey Pines State Beach — Park

Torrey Pines State Beach

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

San Diego, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Bonita Cove — Park

Bonita Cove

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

San Diego, CA|5
Dog ParkPhoto of Del Mar Dog Beach — Dog Park

Del Mar Dog Beach

Del Mar, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Lindo Lake County Park — Park

Lindo Lake County Park

Lakeside, CA|5
BeachPhoto of Coronado Beach — Beach

Coronado Beach

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

Coronado, CA|5
Hiking AreaPhoto of Cowles Mountain Trailhead — Hiking Area

Cowles Mountain Trailhead

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

San Diego, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Ski Beach Park — Park

Ski Beach Park

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

San Diego, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Mt. Helix Park — Park

Mt. Helix Park

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

La Mesa, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Lake Murray Community Park — Park

Lake Murray Community Park

San Diego, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Kimball Park — Park

Kimball Park

National City, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Tuna Harbor Park — Park

Tuna Harbor Park

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

San Diego, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Ellen Browning Scripps Park — Park

Ellen Browning Scripps Park

Open green space along the coast offering panoramic ocean views, including seals & sunsets.

San Diego, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Shoreline Park — Park

Shoreline Park

Mile-long scenic park offering a bayside promenade & fishing pier, plus picnic areas & public art.

San Diego, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Presidio Park — Park

Presidio Park

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

San Diego, CA|5