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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
South Cardiff State Beach
South Cardiff State Beach is located off Coast Hwy 101. South of Cardiff & North of Solana Beach. This beach is accessible from Sunrise to Sunset. Parking is $10 for the day or you can try to find a free parking spot off Coast Hwy but that’s next to impossible on the weekends. PLUS, this is one […]
Moonlight Beach
Moonlight Beach in Encinitas. Located on 4th Street & Encinitas Blvd. Swimming, Surfing & Fishing are the typical things you can do at this beach. But there’s also plenty of room at this wide sandy beach to play volleyball. Not to mention that you’ll find tennis courts, recreational equipment rentals and a snack bar (open […]
Camping at South Carlsbad State Beach
Camping at South Carlsbad State Beach. Located off Coast Hwy 101 just south of Poinsettia Ln. Plenty of activities to do like swimming, surfing, fishing and picnicking. The large bluff-top campground is very popular & fills up fast. Plus campground has a private staircase that leads to the beach. There are still a few spots […]
Guajome County Park
Guajome County Park in Oceanside. Tons of recreation at this park like camping, fishing, hiking, basketball, playgrounds & even a wedding gazebo. Open from 9:30am to sunset everyday & located at 3000 Guajome Lake Rd Oceanside 92057. Click here for a park map http://bit.ly/9QgbTj
Jack's Pond Park
The Jack’s Pond trail is located in the southeast area of San Marcos which opened in the summer of 2000. Check out this easy 1 mile trail loop for a mellow day of hiking & nature exploring. Or just bring the dog (on a leash) for a brisk walk along the pond. Here’s a […]
