|
|
Julian, Santa Ysabel, Wynola, Pine Hlls
to El Capitan Reservoir |
| Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve |
County of San Diego Open Space Preserve with 13 miles of trails. A portion of the Preserve is within the San Diego River Watershed. Much of it is within the San Dieguito River Watershed. Oak woodlands. Wet weather may close the Preserve. Free.
Two trailheads. Farmers Road and SR 78 just north of the town of Santa Ysabel. |
| Cleveland National Forest |
Many areas of the upper gorge of the San Diego River are within the Cleveland National Forest. These areas are generally open to public use. Check with the National Forest Service on limitations and restrictions. |
| Lake Cuyamaca |
Fishing, overnight and day use. Restaurant. Fee.
15027 Highway 79 |
| Cuyamaca Rancho State Park |
Cuyamaca Peak (South Peak), Stonewall Peak and many other areas within the park are popular hiking and riding destinations. Day use and camping facilities. Fee. |
| William Heise County Park |
929 acre park at over 4000 feet in elevation. Pines and oak trees. Camping and day use. Fee |
| Inaja Memorial Picnic Area |
Day use. View point. Restroom. Picnic Area. National Recreation Trail.
Highway 79 |
| Eagle Peak Preserve |
516 acre wildlife and recreation preserve. Views, hiking, riding, birding. Open House are regulary scheduled. Overnight wilderness camping by permit. Contact the River Park Foundation for information.
Eagle Peak Road. |
| Cedar Creek Falls Trailhead - Saddleback |
80 foot waterfall. Popular desitnation. 4.4 mile roundtrip 1000 ft elevation change. Moderate. No facilities. Important to take sufficient water on this hike.
End of Eagle Peak Road. |
| Cedar Creek Falls Trailhead - Thornbush |
80 foot waterfall. Popular desitnation. 4.4 mile roundtrip 800+ ft elevation change. Moderate. No facilities. During rainy or snow periods, river levels may be high. Use caution.
End of Thornbush.. |
| El Capitan Reservoir |
Fishing, boating. picnic area. Largest Reservoir in San Diego County.
El Monte Road.
|
| |
|
| Lakeside - Santee |
|
| El Monte County Park |
Great Day Use Park. 88 acres. One of the original County of San Diego parks. Fee.
15805 El Monte Road. |
| Silverwood Wildlife Sanctuary |
San Diego Audubon Society's wildlife preserve. Day Use. Great example of chaparral habitat. Guided tours.
13003 Wildcat Canyon Road |
| Cactus County Park |
89 acre County of San Diego Park. Ballfields.
10610 Ashwood Street. |
| Lakeside's River Park |
3/4 mile trail along the river.Two trailheads.
Channel Road and at Riverside Drive. |
| Lakeside Baseball Park |
Ballfields.
10030 Marathon Parkway |
| Santee Lakes |
190 acre recreation preserve. Camping, fishing, birding, measured fitness route and other activities. Fee
9310 Fanita Parkway.
|
| Mast Park |
A popular spot on the River with trails, picnic tables, restroom and more. Good birding. Free.
9125 Carlton Hills Blvd |
| |
|
| Mission Gorge to SR 52 |
|
| Mission Trails Regional Park - |
A major urban open space park. Camping and Day Use. Great trails and visitor center.
1 Father Junipero Serra Trail |
| |
|
| Mission Valley including Old Town |
| Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala |
The site of the first church in California.Founded in 1769. Museum and gift shop.
10818 San Diego Mission Road. |
| Department of Fish Game Preserve |
30 acre preserve located. No facilities. Street Parking.
Ward Road. |
| Mission Valley YMCA |
Large recreation facility serving the community for 25+ years. Fee
5505 Friars Road. |
| Sefton Park |
Ballfields. City of San Diego Park.
Hotel Circle Place |
| Mission Valley Preserve |
52 acre wildlife preserve which is a dedicated City of San Diego park. Native plant interpretive garden, 1 mile+ of trails plus 3/4 mile of San Diego River Trail.
Friars Road or Sefton Park access. |
| Presidio Park |
50 acre park considered to be the West Coast's Plymouth Rock.
Original site of first California Mission. Native American, Spanish, Mexican and Early American historic site. Museum. Trails, picnic area and special events.
2727 Presidio Drive.
|
Old Town San Diego
State Historic Park |
One of the most popular state parks in California. Experience life like it was between 1821 and 1872. During this period, San Diego was part of Mexico and then the United States. Lots to do. Museums and visitor center. Enjoy the interpretive opportunities as well as stores, restaurants, events, and even a theater. Free. Stop by the Robinson - Rose House to get orientated.
Several entrances. Served by Old Town Transit Center. |
| |
|
| I-5 to Ocean Beach / Point Loma |
| Point Loma Native Plant Garden |
Native plant public garden. Some varietals, Baja California and island plants.
Greene St. and Mendocino Blvd. |
| Famosa Slough |
37 acre coastal wetland. Good birding.
West Point Loma Blvd. and Famosa Blvd.
|
| Southern Wildlife Preserve / Mission Bay Park |
More than 300 acre coastal wetland. Bike path, excellent birding. North or south side of Preserve.
|
| Dog Beach |
The original! 38 acre unleashed dog area.
End of Voltaire Street. |
