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Adjacent Destinations:
Visitors may also want to explore the following:
 Tour Mission Bay -
Mission Beach -
Pacific Beach -
La Jolla -
Clairemont Mesa -
Point Loma -
Midway District -
Mission Bay -
Mission Bay - Marinas -
Mission Bay - Parks & Recreation -
Mission Bay - Beaches -
Fiesta Island -
Tour Balboa Park San Diego
Over 1400 acres of beautiful gardens, grassy picnic area
and groves of exotic palm and eucalyptus trees - Balboa Park is home to
some of the funnest museums and other attractions of San Diego.
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Mission Bay Park, located midway between Downtown San Diego and La Jolla, is the largest man-made aquatic park in America.
It consists of 4,235 acres and has over 15 million visitors annually.
Mission Bay features nearly 27 miles of shoreline, 19 of which are soft, sandy beaches with swimming areas.
The many children's playgrounds and hiking and biking trails are also popular.
Some areas in the park allow dogs to be on leashes and other areas such as Fiesta Island are leash free.
Recreational Activities
Mission Bay boasts 27 miles of shoreline, 19 of which are soft, sandy beaches
with eight locations designated as official swimming areas. Mission Bay offers boat docks and launching facilities,
sailboat and motor rentals, bike/walk paths, basketball courts, and playgrounds for children.
Fiesta Island Time Trials - San Diego Bicycle Club
- Bike paths - 14 miles of bike trails circle the Mission Bay area.
- Dog Walk - Some areas in Mission Bay Park allow dogs to be on leashes and other areas such as Fiesta Island are leash free.
- Fishing - permitted in all areas of Mission Bay, except in areas designated for swimming, water skiing and personal water craft use. Fishing is also not allowed from any bridge.
Mission Bay Park Ranger
2581 Quivera Court., San Diego; 619-221-8899;
Park Website;
Eastshore Visitors Center: On Claremont Mesa Drive; 619-276-8200;
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Parklands at Mission Bay
A number of grassy picnic and play parks and beaches line the shores of Mission Bay.
See Park Ranger Permit Center for permits to host large groups.
Bonita Cove - near South Mission Beach - a large playground with a tot lot and there is access to the water with a lifeguard on duty.
Crown Point - north shore area - This large grassy park near the bay has fire rings, picnic tables, and barbeque grills.
There is also a boat launch and basketball courts.
De Anza Cove - 3000 E Mission Dr - Swimming, boating and water skiing are allowed and there is a lifeguard on duty for the summer months.
Mariner’s Point - Bonita Cove - he tip of Mariner’s Point is a Least Tern nesting area.
Mission Point - far south end of Mission Blvd - playground, picnic tables, park benches, fire rings and a path for jogging or bike riding.
Playa Cove - East Shore - swimming area, basketball courts and picnic areas.
South Shores Park - South Shore - mainly a small park for boating purposes with a boat ramp and RV Dump.
Sunset Pointe - Dana Basin -
Tecolate Shores - East Shore - this swim area includes a playground, picnic tables, barbeque grills, fire rings and a path for jogging
Ventura Cove - 1100 W Mission Bay Dr - swim and picnic area
Mission Bay Wildlife Refuges
An opportunity to study nature:
Tecolote Creek - This Northshore area is home to many species of ducks, loons, coots and other waterfowl.
Fiesta Island - The mudflats provide habitat for various shorebirds and a large California least tern protected nesting site is at the northern tip of the island.
Southern Wildlife Preserve - a resting and feeding spot for over one hundred species of birds migrating along the Pacific Flyway.
Famosa Slough - a remnant of the once extensive Mission Bay Wetland with vegetation ranges from saltwater to freshwater marsh species.
Mariner's Point - Mariner's Point is home to the smallest tern species, the least tern, nesting in patches of fairly flat sandy ground with little or no vegetation.
Perez Cove -is one of the nesting sites of the great blue heron in the area San Diego County. These enormous long-legged, long-necked birds are fun to look for.
Kendall-Frost Reserve - Two endangered species depend entirely on this marsh: the light-footed clapper rail and the Belding's savannah sparrow.
Campgrounds
San Diego Youth Aquatic Club
- features camping on Fiesta Island for youth groups.
Mission Bay RV Park
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Campland on the Bay - Northshore
- Marina, Pool, Jacuzzi, Market, Arcade Game Room, WIFI, and regular group activities.
Campland overlooks the Kendall Frost Wildlife Preserve Bird Refuge. Camp sites ranging from primitive to full hook?up RV, and a Super Site.
Bike Trails
14 miles of bike trails circle the Mission Bay area.
San Diego Bicycle Club - Fiesta Island Time Trials
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Mission Bay Golf Course and Practice Center
2702 North Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA 92109; 858-581-7880;
Course Website;
Location: Near De Anza Cove on Northshore of Mission Bay
City 18-hole golf course - Par 3 Course - 2719 Yards. Only night lighted public golf course in San Diego.
Golf lessons available by PGA and LPGA professionals.
Santa Clara Point Community Park
1008 Santa Clara Place, San Diego, CA 92109; 858-581-9928;
Park Website;
Community Recreation center built in 1952. Recreation programs include soccer, softball, tennis, playgrounds and little league.
Complete with a scenic view of the bay, the ball field, fitness center, basketball courts, and picnic areas serve as a wonderful spot to enjoy one of San Diego’s finest parks.
Mission Bay Little League - youth baseball
Hyatt Islandia Resort
1441 Quivira Road, San Diego, CA 92109;
Location: Quivera Basin overlooking Mission Bay Channel
The ideal resort for vacation visitors, this waterfront resort tower surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens provides , magnificent city, bay and ocean views.
Steps from your guestroom are many water activities including sportfishing, boat rentals, jet skis and kayaks, waterfront dining, poolside lounge, and eco-friendly spa.
From its premier location close to famous sights, the San Diego Hyatt Islandia Resort is a luxurious, modern hotel.
430 newly redesigned guestrooms with calming décor and Hyatt Grand Bed with iHome Stereo with iPod dock
Blue Marble Spa - Promoting life in harmony with nature where eco-conscious treatments offer guests the beauty and purity of life-promoting properties derived from nature.
Red Marlin Restaurant:- Premier waterfront dining location with excellent cuisine served daily.
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Official San Diego Parks Department Map
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Mission Bay Catamaran Resort and Spa
3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92109;
Location: Between Mission Bay, Mission Beach and Pacific Beach
313 guestroom California Vacation Resort Waterfront Tower located on the shores of Mission Bay Park.
Hotel amenities include 24-hour front desk, shoeshine, currency exchange, safe deposit box, wake-up calls, gift shops, security guard, concierge,
Express Check-in/out, multilingual staff, limited room service, business center, game room, computer rental, picnic area, sand volleyball courts,
fitness center, and an outdoor heated pool with Jacuzzi.
Water sport rentals are available onsite, including inline skates, bicycles, paddleboats, kayaks, powerboats, boogie boards, rafts, and jet skis.
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San Diego Hilton Resort
1775 East Mision Bay Drive, San Diego, CA 92109;
Located on eastside of Mission Bay
This Four Diamond hotel is across from Sea World, but there's plenty to do right here.
Indulge in spa treatments. Ride catamarans, wind-surfboards, wave runners and aqua cycles.
The Hilton San Diego Resort hotel scene is California coastal. The service is friendly and first-rate.
And of course, trademark Hilton comfort with Sweet Dreams bedding.
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Sea World Howard Johnsons Resort
3330 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92110 ;
Location: 1/2 mile to MCRD in Point Loma.
Centrally located with east access to Sea World, Mission Bay, Old Town and Downtown San Diego.
The on-site Tio Carlos Mexican Restaurant serves lunch, dinner and room service .
This property is a Hojo Gold Medal Award Winner For Excellence.
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Handlery Resort & Hotel
950 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108;
Location: Adjacent to Riverwalk Golf Course and I-8 Freeway.
Find a restful vacation paradise at the Handlery Hotel & Resort with an atmosphere that's both friendly and gracious.
The Handlery family owns and operations this facility that boasts lovely accommodations, state-of-the-art health and fitness facilities and award-winning dining.
You will find that the prices are surprisingly reasonable and all guestrooms are comfortable and nicely equipped to give a feeling of being home while away from home.
The hotel also has a variety of facilities and services that are sure to meet the needs of both business and leisure travelers.
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Mission Bay Dana Inn
1710 West Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92106;
Location: Mission Bay Dr Exit from I-8 Freeway Near Sea World
For an unforgettable vacation in San Diego try the Mission Bay Dana Inn featuring a picture-postcard
waterfront setting on Mission Bay.
Adjacent to Sunset Park, it is the closest hotel to SeaWorld and within minutes of San Diego's
most popular attractions.
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Mission Bay Bahia Resort Hotel
998 West Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109;
Location: Mission Bay Westshore by Santa Barbara Cove
Escape from the ordinary with your next vacation to this secluded 14-acre peninsula resort in the heart of Mission Bay.
The year-round Mediterranean climate of San Diego will treat you to sun-drenched luxury.
You'll be close to all the major attractions, adventure, recreation, culture and excitement of bustling downtown San Diego.
Home of the Bahia Belle.
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