Outdoors in San Diego

Outdoors in San Diego

ParkPhoto of Lifeguard La Jolla Cove — Park

Lifeguard La Jolla Cove

Cozy stretch of sand tucked between sandstone cliffs for swimmers, snorkelers & scuba divers.

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ParkPhoto of Mount Soledad Memorial Park — Park

Mount Soledad Memorial Park

Massive cross monument honoring American veterans, with plaques telling their stories.

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Botanical GardenPhoto of Botanical Building — Botanical Garden

Botanical Building

Domed building from the 1915 Panama-California Exposition & a garden with more than 2,000 plants.

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ParkPhoto of Mission Trails Regional Park — Park

Mission Trails Regional Park

8,000-acre recreational park featuring 60 miles of trails, along with a lake for boating & camping.

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ParkPhoto of Mission Beach Park — Park

Mission Beach Park

Large grassy space beside the beach boardwalk offers benches for picnics & recreational activities.

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ParkPhoto of Cabrillo National Monument — Park

Cabrillo National Monument

This historic lighthouse & national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico.

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ParkPhoto of Mission Beach Boardwalk — Park

Mission Beach Boardwalk

Longtime beachfront boardwalk featuring shops, an old-school amusement park & ocean activities.

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State ParkPhoto of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park — State Park

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances.

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Dog ParkPhoto of Coronado Dog Beach — Dog Park

Coronado Dog Beach

Scenic white-sand beach offering tidepools, fire rings, a dog run, surfing, sunbathing & more.

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ParkPhoto of Mission Bay Park — Park

Mission Bay Park

Vast bayside spot popular for sand & surf sports, sunbathing, boats, picnics & dog-friendly beaches.

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GardenPhoto of Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum — Garden

Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum

Balboa Park's Japanese gardens have koi ponds, bonsai trees, garden tours & more.

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ParkPhoto of La Jolla Shores Park — Park

La Jolla Shores Park

2-block space steps away from the sand & waves offers grassy area & playgrounds.

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ParkPhoto of Sunset Cliffs Natural Park — Park

Sunset Cliffs Natural Park

Natural cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean offer views of the coast & the occasional cliff diver.

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BeachPhoto of Children's Pool La Jolla — Beach

Children's Pool La Jolla

Protected sandy cove home to many adult harbor seals & their pups, open for swimming in summer.

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ParkPhoto of Chicano Park — Park

Chicano Park

Colorful murals can be seen at this public park located beneath the San Diego-Coronado Bridge.

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ParkPhoto of Waterfront Park — Park

Waterfront Park

Public park featuring spray fountains, grassy areas & lots of play equipment for kids.

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BeachPhoto of La Jolla Cove — Beach

La Jolla Cove

Popular with divers, this quaint beach houses permanent lifeguard stations, picnic tables & showers.

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ParkPhoto of Balboa Park — Park

Balboa Park

Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, museums, gardens & more.

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Nature PreservePhoto of Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve — Nature Preserve

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.

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BeachPhoto of la Jolla Shores Beach — Beach

la Jolla Shores Beach

This 1 mile long sand beach with permanent lifeguard stations offers gentle waves & scuba classes.

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