Outdoors in San Diego

Grape Day Park

The oldest park in the city, with historic buildings, a playground, horseshoes & community events.

Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve

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

Brengle Terrace Park

Lush outdoor park with unique activities including a disc golf course & performance amphitheater.

Encinitas Community Park

44-acre recreational area featuring multi-use sports fields, a huge skate park & open space.

Chollas Lake Park

Carlsbad State Beach

Picturesque strip of sand known for its paved pedestrian path, volleyball nets & dolphin sightings.

Coronado Beach

Palisades South Park

Sunset Park

Green space featuring play equipment & facilities for sports plus a dog park & disc golf course.

Felicita County Park

Expansive area offers various sports fields, two playgrounds, walking paths & a disc golf course.

Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve

Large park featuring native plants, picnic areas & hiking, biking & equestrian trails.

San Elijo State Beach

2-mile stretch of sand with large campgrounds popular for swimming, surfing, snorkeling & picnics.

Spreckels Park

8-acre park with an open lawn, picnic tables & playground hosting concerts & more in its gazebo.

Guajome Regional Park

Campground is home to a lake, pond & marsh, plus a playground, trails & a historic adobe house.

Buddy Todd Park

Shady outdoor park featuring a children's playground & a covered picnic area with grills & outlets.

Old Poway Park & Railroad

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

Pepper Park

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

Point Loma Tide Pools

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

Montgomery-Waller Community Park

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

Tecolote Canyon Natural Park and Nature Center

This park running along the coast & up to the mouth of Tecolote Canyon includes a visitors center.