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Scenic SpotPhoto of UCSD Scripps Pier — Scenic Spot

UCSD Scripps Pier

Oceanography research site & boat launch, also popular for taking sunset photos beneath the pier.

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Farmers' MarketPhoto of Vista Farmers Market — Farmers' Market

Vista Farmers Market

Vista, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Glorietta Bay Park — Park

Glorietta Bay Park

Bayside playground with a boat ramp & picnic area, plus views of downtown San Diego.

Coronado, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Windansea Park — Parkvia Google Maps

Windansea Park

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

San Diego, CA|5
Scenic SpotPhoto of San Diego Skyline Viewpoint — Scenic Spot

San Diego Skyline Viewpoint

Coronado, CA|5
Hiking AreaPhoto of Mount Woodson Trailhead — Hiking Area

Mount Woodson Trailhead

Challenging 6.4-mile roundtrip hike offers unusual rock formations & views of downtown & the ocean.

Poway, CA|5
CampgroundPhoto of Santee Lakes Campground — Campgroundvia Google Maps

Santee Lakes Campground

RV hook-ups & cabins in a 190-acre lakeside park with a clubhouse, 2 pools, showers & dog area.

Santee, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Calumet Park — Park

Calumet Park

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

San Diego, CA|5
Botanical GardenPhoto of Alta Vista Botanical Gardens — Botanical Gardenvia Google Maps

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens

Botanical gardens dotted with works of art offering native plants, a lotus pond & ongoing classes.

Vista, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Black Mountain Open Space Park — Parkvia Google Maps

Black Mountain Open Space Park

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

San Diego, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Mance Buchanon Park — Park

Mance Buchanon Park

A 27-acre park centered on a multipurpose sports field, with play & picnic areas, plus restrooms.

Oceanside, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Big Rock Park — Park

Big Rock Park

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

Santee, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Veterans Park — Parkvia Google Maps

Veterans Park

Imperial Beach, CA|5
Farmers' MarketPhoto of Ocean Beach Farmers Market — Farmers' Market

Ocean Beach Farmers Market

Year-round market open Wednesdays 4-8 PM featuring locally grown produce, art & live music.

San Diego, CA|5
CampgroundPhoto of Lake Jennings Campground — Campgroundvia Google Maps

Lake Jennings Campground

Lakeside, CA|4
ParkPhoto of Coronado Tidelands Park — Park

Coronado Tidelands Park

Coronado, CA|5
ParkPhoto of Mount San Miguel Park — Parkvia Google Maps

Mount San Miguel Park

Ballfields, basketball & tennis courts, picnic shelters & walking trails, surrounded by open space.

Chula Vista, CA|5
Hiking AreaPhoto of Sunset Seat — Hiking Area

Sunset Seat

Del Mar, CA|5
Hiking AreaPhoto of Blue Sky Ecological Reserve — Hiking Areavia Google Maps

Blue Sky Ecological Reserve

Wild 700-acre canyon habitat for myriad flora & fauna, with hiking trails & guided tours.

Poway, CA|5
ParkPhoto of El Toyon Park — Park

El Toyon Park

National City, CA|4