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Mission Bay Park

West Mission Bay Drive at Sea World Drive, San Diego, CA 92109
619 221 8900
As featured in San Diego for free
Ranked #17 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 50 Reviews
Type: Parks, Beaches
Activities: Kayaking
Description: A 4,600-acre aquatic park dedicated to leisure and active sports.
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Aiea, Hawaii
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

This is a very unique and natural area. One of the things I LOVE about SD is their willingness to preserve the natural beauty in places like this. I can imagine everyone in the world wants to slap a big hotel right in the middle of this place, but they have left it alone for everyone to enjoy. You can... More

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Lakewood, California
Senior Contributor
41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

This park has everything for family fun. Boating, play area, picnic area, bike path, fishing and more. More

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

Go here for a fun day of sand and sun. About the only thing you can't do is surf. Sailing, boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, camping and swimming this place has it all. Restaurants are scarce so pack a lunch. There a a few delicatessens but you will have to search them out. It's very close to Sea World Park so... More

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San Diego
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

This is a large bay with many areas to enjoy the park and water activities. Easy parking, restroom access, and access to the water. Great place for a family picnic, cycling, volley ball, as well as water sports. Check out their web site so you know which sections you can use for water craft. It's big! More

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Madison, Alabama
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

There were way fewer bums at this park than there were in downtown San Diego. I had room to fly a kite. Others were doing Boot Camp Training, weight lifting, running, and enjoying the space with family. More

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See 4 more reviews by RebelYell1776 for San Diego
Holton,IN
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

Just as you are entering the SD area an absolutely beautiful park to welcome you to the area. More

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North Andover, Massachusetts
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012

We stayed right near mission bay park. It was very relaxing. Lots of family things to do. More

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Williamsville, New York, United States
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

Mission Bay Park is very nice, but we prefer Ocean Beach. More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

Everytime I come to San Diego I try to go here. You can do as little or as much as you like. There are good walking/ jogging paths. Great picnic areas and cycling routes. The area is well kept and clean. There are many other activities available here that have been mentioned in other reviews More

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Chino, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

Surprisingly clean and safe. What more can you ask for from a public space. Kept my children entertained for hours. We do this every time we're in SD and it never failed us. The one thing that would improve this place is if it had more 'employees' floating around. It does have a bit of an abandoned feel to it. More

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