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Ranked #1 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Nice hiking“ 24/05/2013
- ”California coast at its finest“ 24/05/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Beaches; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Hiking Trails; State Parks
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Although this park is located within San Diego's city limits, it remains one of the wildest landscapes along the Southern...
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Although this park is located within San Diego's city limits, it remains one of the wildest landscapes along the Southern California coast, with miles of unspoiled beaches, chaparral, elegant Torrey Pine trees and a lagoon vital to many species of migrating birds.
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Ranked #2 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Scenic views“ 23/05/2013
- ”views surfers“ 21/05/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #3 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”loved it.“ 24/05/2013
- ”Nice baseball park“ 23/05/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Ranked #4 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
Travellers' Choice™ 2013 Winner
Beaches
- ”A nice park for a walk, seal-watching...“ 24/05/2013
- ”A small area called the gem“ 24/05/2013
Category: Beaches
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San Diego's most desirable spot for swimming, diving and snorkeling. The water is calm and the cove is ecologically...
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San Diego's most desirable spot for swimming, diving and snorkeling. The water is calm and the cove is ecologically protected. There is also a world famous dive site that is located in the La Jolla ecological preserve.
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Ranked #5 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Nice place to visit. Worth the trip.“ 23/05/2013
- ”Quaint“ 21/05/2013
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Geologic Formations
A lookout point above San Diego Bay and home of the Cabrillo monument.
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Ranked #6 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Great city views“ 24/05/2013
- ”Still cross over the cross“ 22/05/2013
Category: Monuments/ Statues; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #7 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Nice family beach!“ 24/05/2013
- ”Great park, great beach“ 21/05/2013
Category: Beaches; Neighbourhoods
Mile-long beach features gentle waves during the summer months, making this spot a prime spot for novice scuba divers.
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Ranked #8 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”This area always gives me a lift!“ 24/05/2013
- ”No trip to Balboa Park is complete wit...“ 22/05/2013
Category: Gardens
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Over 1,200 tropical and flowering varieties of plants are to be found beneath the domed, wooden-lath structure of the...
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Over 1,200 tropical and flowering varieties of plants are to be found beneath the domed, wooden-lath structure of the Botanical Building.
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Ranked #9 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Surf's up“ 22/05/2013
- ”Love this beach“ 22/05/2013
Category: Beaches
A famous beach for surfing.
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Ranked #10 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Awesome!“ 24/05/2013
- ”Mission Beach MDW 2013“ 20/05/2013
Category: Beaches
Along with Pacific Beach and Ocean Beach, Mission Beach forms the coastline of San Diego.
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Ranked #11 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”well marked and cared for trails“ 10/05/2013
- ”Fun, Easy Hike“ 10/03/2013
Category: Parks
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Just a few minutes from downtown San Diego, Mission Trails Regional park has hiking trails, campgrounds, fishing, picnic...
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Just a few minutes from downtown San Diego, Mission Trails Regional park has hiking trails, campgrounds, fishing, picnic facilities, and lots of wide open spaces. Run, bike or walk and enjoy the beautiful and peaceful scenery.
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Ranked #12 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”I love Old Town!“ 24/05/2013
- ”A piece of living history“ 19/05/2013
Category: Historic Walking Areas; State Parks; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Neighbourhoods
Historic site in downtown San Diego that recreates life in the Mexican and early American periods of 1821 to 1872.
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Ranked #13 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Great location to walk in San Diego“ 25/04/2013
- ”hang out, walk, run, bike, kid-play“ 23/04/2013
Category: Parks; Beaches
A 4,600-acre aquatic park dedicated to leisure and active sports.
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Ranked #14 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”AMAZING!!!!!“ 24/05/2013
- ”Southern California Beaches“ 14/05/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #15 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Fun for dogs and people“ 16/05/2013
- ”Wow, what fun!“ 16/05/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #16 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”just gorgeous, uncrowded beaches, alwa...“ 07/05/2013
- ”Beautiful place!“ 23/04/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #17 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”San Diego Bay: active water parks on i...“ 27/04/2013
- ”Relaxing Walk“ 26/04/2013
Category: Islands; Resort Communities
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Two scenic islands in San Diego bay that offer a variety of restaurants, hotels and water sports such as scuba and fishing...
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Two scenic islands in San Diego bay that offer a variety of restaurants, hotels and water sports such as scuba and fishing excursions.
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Ranked #18 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”It has a new name, but lots of the sam...“ 17/04/2013
- ”WOW!“ 16/02/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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The Chula Vista Nature Center is a living, breathing, flapping, buzzing and splashing home to the unique animals and plants...
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The Chula Vista Nature Center is a living, breathing, flapping, buzzing and splashing home to the unique animals and plants of Southern California. The small zoo & aquarium is a convenient 6 miles south of downtown San Diego and is nestled within the peaceful setting of the 316-acre Sweetwater Marsh National Wildlife Refuge. The Nature Center aquariums are home to Moray eels, Leopard sharks, stingrays, guitarfish and other marine life found in San Diego Bay. Rescued birds thrive in exhibits like Raptor Row and Eagle Mesa. Owls, hawks, falcons, waterfowl, shorebirds and eagles are just a few of our resident native birds.The Chula Vista Nature Center provides you the opportunity to have a close-up experience with San Diego’s locals – wild locals, that is.
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Ranked #19 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”nice park“ 23/05/2013
- ”Beautiful Place for a Picnic“ 02/04/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #20 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Great views, fun watching the paraglid...“ 16/05/2013
- ”For Your own private spot at one of th...“ 23/04/2013
Category: Beaches
San Diego locals love Black's Beach because it's a beautiful hike, very few people (even in the high season) and it is world renowned for surfing. Black's Beach is also a clothing... more »
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Ranked #21 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Lots of lights at night“ 15/05/2013
- ”Cold and a bit dirty“ 13/05/2013
Category: Beaches; State Parks
RV campgrounds and uncrowded beaches are what you will find along this popular recreation area in San Diego.
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Ranked #22 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Ocean Beach Pier“ 23/05/2013
- ”Stuck out like a sore thumb but enjoye...“ 22/05/2013
Category: Beaches; Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
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One-mile long beach features a municipal pier for walking and fishing plus designated areas reserved for swimming and...
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One-mile long beach features a municipal pier for walking and fishing plus designated areas reserved for swimming and surfing.
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Ranked #23 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Kayak Experience“ 20/05/2013
- ”La Jolla Caves...don't be misled.“ 08/05/2013
Category: Caverns/ Caves
Seven elongated fissures in the cliff walls that can be entered during low tide.
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Ranked #24 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Check for low tide!“ 02/05/2013
- ”So many ocean critters“ 08/04/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #25 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Bike Riding with No Traffic“ 07/05/2013
- ”Lake Miramar - if it's too cold or cro...“ 16/03/2013
Category: Bodies of Water; Biking Trails; Trails
This lake is very popular for bicycling, jogging, walking, rollerblading, and picnicking.
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Ranked #26 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Breath Taking Views, Great Beautiful P...“ 30/04/2013
- ”Perfect for wine, cheese, and a sunset...“ 22/04/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #27 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Nicest Beach walk ever“ 23/11/2012
- ”Must walk“ 27/10/2012
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
A scenic promenade next to the ocean that offers a wide selection of markets, stores, restaurants and special services.
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Ranked #28 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Beautiful and free“ 03/04/2013
- ”Best place to relax, enjoy trees, cact...“ 16/03/2013
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #29 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”pretty cool!“ 20/04/2013
- ”Pretty Cool Spot“ 17/04/2013
Category: Caverns/ Caves
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Ranked #30 of 43 Outdoors in San Diego
- ”Peaceful and Attractive“ 16/05/2013
- ”Beauty, peace and serenity.....“ 09/05/2013
Category: Gardens
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Follow the crooked path (to shake the evil spirits, who move in straight lines) to the sekitei, a garden of sand and stone....
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Follow the crooked path (to shake the evil spirits, who move in straight lines) to the sekitei, a garden of sand and stone. Start here and find the stream of colorful koi.
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