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Double Peak Park, San Marcos CA

Double Peak Park is the highest public park in coastal North County San Diego, located in San Marcos, CA. Less than three minutes from San Elijo Road to the top of the park await some of the most amazing views in Southern CA. Well worth the trip! Enjoy a picnic, use the telescope to explore […]

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Palomar Observatory

Guided Tours Now Open! The Palomar Observatory, just North of Valley Center, is a world-class center of astronomical research that is owned and operated by the California Institute of Technology.  The observatory is home to five telescopes that are used at night for a wide variety of research. The Palomar Observatory is open to the public […]

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Double Peak Park at San Elijo Hills in San Marcos

Ocean Views from Double Peak Park Double Peak Park at San Elijo Hills in San Marcos. One of the tallest peaks in North County San Diego. Hiking trails galore…over 18 miles of trails in San Marcos. One of which will take you to Double Peak Park where you can see for miles. On a clear day, […]

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Swami's Beach

Just south of the Self Realization Center in Encinitas, you’ll find this gem of a beach. Swami’s Beach is known for its surf break, diving & tide pools. A long winding staircase leads you down to the sand. The park itself has some cool art & photo opportunities like the tile mosaic wave & the […]

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Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve

Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve One of San Diego County’s most precious natural resources offers approximately 11 miles of hiking, mountain biking, equestrian trails, and scenic view points of all of North County from the ocean to the mountains. Located in between San Marcos & Escondido at 8833 Harmony Grove Road in the rural community of […]

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Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA

Ecke YMCA in Encinitas Home of America’s Finest Skate Park where the Pros often come out to practice their skills. There’s so much to do at this Y beyond skate boarding. There’s 2 pools, basketballs courts, soccer arenas & more than 180 fitness classes. This is not just a gym. The Ecke Y offers multiple programs for […]

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Ridgeline Trail in San Marcos

Ridgeline Trail in San Marcos is finally opening on Friday October 15th! The trailhead is located at 212 San Elijo Road, about two miles south of Hwy 78 on Twin Oaks Valley Road. (for those of you who don’t know, Twin Oaks Valley Rd turns into San Elijo Road.) Ridgeline has some cool features that you don’t […]

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Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park

Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park This park was once a part of 2500+ acres of a working Ranch. The City of Carlsbad has preserved this historic site & restored many of the original buildings which now sit on a 27 acre parcel. Take the self guided tour of 11 unique sites around the Historical Park. […]

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Cardiff State Beach

Cardiff State Beach is just South of Birmingham Drive in Cardiff. This beach has a paid parking lot, so don’t forget to pay because the park rangers will fine you. The beach allows camping & dogs on leashes. Great place to spend the day walking on the sand & ending it with a meal at […]

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Tamarack Surf Beach

Tamarack Surf Beach in Carlsbad. Located at 3878 Carlsbad Blvd near the Carlsbad Village. This is a great beach for walking. Spend the day on the boardwalk along Carlsbad Blvd. Tons of people & ocean watching.

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