# It’s San Diego

> A local events and places guide to San Diego, California and San Diego County, built on published sources: festivals, concerts, sports, food and drink, arts, outdoors and holiday events, with event dates, admission prices, hours and drive times. Every figure is dated and linked to the organizer's own page. Site data is free to reuse under CC BY 4.0 with a link to It’s San Diego.

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Who writes this: Jordan Ames, founder and editor, is a pen name used by the It's San Diego editorial team (see /about/#who-writes-this).
Last updated: 2026-10-26

## Events and seasons

- [San Diego Events Next Week](https://itssandiego.com/san-diego-events-next-week/): What's on in San Diego next week: games, shows, markets and family events, each date checked on the organizer's own page.
- [San Diego Events This Weekend](https://itssandiego.com/san-diego-events-this-weekend/): What's on in San Diego this weekend: games, shows, markets and family events, each date checked on the organizer's own page.
- [San Diego Events Today](https://itssandiego.com/san-diego-events-today/): What's on in San Diego today: games, shows, markets and family events, each date checked on the organizer's own page.
- [San Diego Events Tomorrow](https://itssandiego.com/san-diego-events-tomorrow/): What's on in San Diego tomorrow: games, shows, markets and family events, each date checked on the organizer's own page.

## More guides

- [ATV and Overland Events](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland-events/): No dated ATV, OHV or overland events were confirmed for San Diego County on organizer pages. What we did read, and the yearly items still to be dated.
- [ATV and Overland Trails](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/): Where ATVs and 4x4s may legally go in San Diego County: Ocotillo Wells, Corral Canyon, Anza-Borrego roads, rules and fire orders, read 2026-10-23.
- [Anza-Borrego Street-Legal Roads](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/anza-borrego-street-legal-roads/): Anza-Borrego Desert State Park has about 500 miles of dirt roads for street-legal vehicles only. OHVs are prohibited. Fees and closures read 2026-10-23.
- [Bear Valley Trailhead](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/bear-valley-trailhead/): Bear Valley Trailhead off I-8 at Pine Valley Road: a beginner OHV trail, passes, toilets, no water and the status read on 2026-10-23.
- [Bobcat Meadow Campground](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/bobcat-meadow-campground/): Bobcat Meadow Campground in Corral Canyon OHV Area: 18 sites, $15 single and $30 double, no cash, no water, reserve on Recreation.gov.
- [Cleveland National Forest Open Roads](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/cleveland-national-forest-open-roads/): Cleveland National Forest roads are for street-legal vehicles only. Which San Diego County roads were open or closed on 2026-10-23, with live links.
- [Corral Canyon Campground](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/corral-canyon-campground/): Corral Canyon Campground in Corral Canyon OHV Area: 19 sites in an oak grove, $15 single and $30 double, no water, reserve on Recreation.gov.
- [Corral Canyon OHV Area](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/corral-canyon-ohv-area/): Corral Canyon OHV Area in Cleveland National Forest: over 51 miles of trails, passes, stickers, seasons and the closure status read 2026-10-23.
- [Fire Restrictions and Closures](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/fire-restrictions-and-closures/): Cleveland National Forest fire restrictions and road closures read 2026-10-23: campfire limits through December 31, 2026 and Anza-Borrego notices.
- [Four Corners Trailhead](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/four-corners-trailhead/): Four Corners Trailhead, the staging area for Corral Canyon OHV Area: directions as printed, passes, trailer parking, toilet and no water.
- [Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/imperial-sand-dunes/): Imperial Sand Dunes (BLM, Imperial County) is the nearest large OHV dune area. Permits run Oct 1 to Apr 15: $55 a week ahead, $70 onsite, $185 season.
- [Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/ocotillo-wells-svra/): Ocotillo Wells SVRA near Borrego Springs: about 85,000 acres of desert OHV riding, no entrance fee, open 24/7, camping rules and flag rules.
- [OHV Rules and Permits](https://itssandiego.com/atv-overland/ohv-rules-and-permits/): California OHV rules for San Diego County riders: green and red stickers, spark arrester, 96 dBA noise limit and the nonresident permit.
- [Beach and Coast Events in San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/beaches-events/): Confirmed dates for San Diego coast events: Ocean Beach, La Jolla, Birch Aquarium, SeaWorld, Cabrillo and whale watching, from organizers.
- [Clubs and Groups](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/): San Diego clubs and groups: cactus society, bird alliance, astronomy, Surfrider, mycological society, Rotary, Elks and camera clubs.
- [Elks Lodges in San Diego County](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/elks-lodges-san-diego-county/): Elks lodges in El Cajon, Escondido and Santee-Lakeside list events on Elks.org, including youth Hoop Shoot contests. Public access is not confirmed.
- [Julian StarFest](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/julian-starfest/): Julian StarFest is an annual star party run by the San Diego Astronomy Association at Menghini Winery in Julian. 2026 dates are TBD.
- [Rotary District 5340](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/rotary-district-5340/): Rotary District 5340 covers San Diego and Imperial Counties. Its club directory lists 66 clubs with meeting place and time.
- [San Diego Astronomy Association](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/san-diego-astronomy-association/): San Diego Astronomy Association: monthly programs, a dark-sky site and a public events calendar. Public star-party dates are not confirmed.
- [San Diego Bird Alliance](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/san-diego-bird-alliance/): San Diego Bird Alliance, formerly San Diego Audubon, at 4010 Morena Blvd: birding outings, beginner walks, Christmas Bird Count and more.
- [San Diego Cactus and Succulent Society](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/san-diego-cactus-and-succulent-society/): San Diego Cactus and Succulent Society: public monthly meetings in Casa del Prado Room 101, Balboa Park, plus twice-yearly shows and sales.
- [San Diego Mycological Society](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/san-diego-mycological-society/): San Diego Mycological Society: mushroom talks and workshops, some free and some members-only. Meeting place and time are not confirmed.
- [Sierra Club San Diego Chapter](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/sierra-club-san-diego/): Sierra Club San Diego Chapter: led hikes, car camps and backpacks open to non-members, free unless stated; office at 4241 Jutland Dr. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Southern California Association of Camera Clubs](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/southern-california-association-of-camera-clubs/): Southern California Association of Camera Clubs member clubs include Darkroomers, Tuesday Morning Workshops and Fallbrook Camera Club on Zoom.
- [Surfrider Foundation San Diego County](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups/surfrider-foundation-san-diego/): Surfrider Foundation San Diego County chapter: ocean conservation events on a calendar. The 2026 Surf-a-thon is postponed with no new date.
- [Clubs and Groups Events](https://itssandiego.com/clubs-groups-events/): Dated club and group events in San Diego from official pages: Rotary service day, Elks Hoop Shoot contests, Taco Night and a mushroom talk.
- [Concerts](https://itssandiego.com/concerts/): San Diego concert venues: Rady Shell, Humphreys, Balboa Theatre, the Observatory, Belly Up, Cal Coast and Symphony Hall, with dates read October 23.
- [Balboa Theatre](https://itssandiego.com/concerts/balboa-theatre/): Balboa Theatre at 868 Fourth Avenue: music dates read October 23, 2026, including Lila Downs, a Fleetwood Mac tribute and a Latin oldies show.
- [Belly Up Tavern](https://itssandiego.com/concerts/belly-up-tavern-solana-beach/): Belly Up Tavern at 143 S. Cedros Ave, Solana Beach: shows listed through July 2027, seated nights and why age limits need a check.
- [Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre](https://itssandiego.com/concerts/cal-coast-credit-union-open-air-theatre/): Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU: six shows October 30 to December 6, 2026, including UB40 and Alice Cooper.
- [Copley Symphony Hall](https://itssandiego.com/concerts/copley-symphony-hall/): Copley Symphony Hall (Jacobs Music Center): San Diego Symphony dates read October 23, 2026, including Trick or Treat Symphony on October 31.
- [Coronado Promenade Concerts](https://itssandiego.com/concerts/coronado-promenade-concerts/): Coronado Promenade Concerts runs the Spreckels Park summer concert series: 56th season in 2026, 17 concerts in five months. 2027 dates not posted yet.
- [Humphreys By The Bay](https://itssandiego.com/concerts/humphreys-by-the-bay/): Humphreys by the Bay on Shelter Island: address, 2026 dates read October 23, the Gary Clark Jr. change and one 2027 show.
- [The Observatory North Park](https://itssandiego.com/concerts/the-observatory-north-park/): The Observatory North Park at 2891 University Ave: rock, indie and Latin shows listed October 23 to November 25, 2026, with age limits to check.
- [The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park](https://itssandiego.com/concerts/rady-shell-jacobs-park/): The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park: San Diego Symphony bayfront stage, fall and winter 2026 concerts, a free October 30 concert and ticket sources.
- [Concerts in San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/concerts-events/): Dated concerts at the Rady Shell, Humphreys, Balboa Theatre, the Observatory, Belly Up, Cal Coast and Symphony Hall, from venue pages.
- [Coronado & South Bay](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/): Kid-friendly guide to Coronado, the South Bay and Chula Vista: the ferry, beach, Hotel del, Living Coast, parks, refuges and dated events.
- [Border Field State Park](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/border-field-state-park/): Border Field State Park is closed for flooding and contaminated flood water, per State Parks on October 23, 2026. Friendship Park is also closed.
- [Coronado Beach](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/coronado-beach/): Coronado Beach is about 1.75 miles of wide sand with year-round lifeguards. The City lists the rules, flags, fires, dogs and amenities.
- [Coronado Ferry Landing](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/coronado-ferry-landing/): The Coronado Ferry Landing marketplace is open daily 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and lists free weekend concerts every Saturday and Sunday.
- [Coronado Museum of History and Art](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/coronado-museum-of-history-and-art/): The Coronado Museum of History and Art at 1100 Orange Avenue is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., per the Coronado Historical Association.
- [Coronado Parks and Dog Rules](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/coronado-parks-and-dog-rules/): The City of Coronado lists its parks and where dogs may go: on leash in five parks, off leash at Dog Beach and the Coronado Cays dog run.
- [Coronado Public Library](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/coronado-public-library/): The Coronado Public Library at 640 Orange Avenue lists weekly story times for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, plus Tinker Tuesday for school-age kids.
- [Downtown Chula Vista](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/downtown-chula-vista/): Downtown Chula Vista centers on Third Avenue, with a farmers market every Sunday and a free, family-friendly Dia de los Muertos event on November 1, 2026.
- [Harbor Park in Chula Vista](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/harbor-park-chula-vista/): Harbor Park on the Chula Vista bayfront (formerly Bayside Park) is open 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. with a sand beach, a fishing pier and a new playground.
- [Hotel del Coronado](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/hotel-del-coronado/): The Hotel del Coronado opened in 1888. Its Skating by the Sea rink runs November 20, 2026 to January 3, 2027, with hours and prices.
- [Living Coast Discovery Center](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/living-coast-discovery-center/): Living Coast Discovery Center in Chula Vista is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults $22, children 3 to 12 $16, under 3 free.
- [Lower Otay Reservoir](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/lower-otay-reservoir/): Lower Otay Reservoir is open Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Anglers 16 and over need a license. Adult permit $10; kids 7 and under are free.
- [National City Parks](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/national-city-parks/): National City lists Las Palmas Park, El Toyon Park with a dog park, and Kimball Park with a dawn-to-dusk skate park. Parks are first come, first served.
- [Otay Lakes County Park](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/otay-lakes-county-park/): Otay Lakes County Park is a 78-acre park above Otay Lake with trails, a lawn and a native garden. Open 9:30 a.m. to sunset; parking is $5.
- [San Diego–Coronado Ferry](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/san-diego-coronado-ferry/): The Flagship ferry crosses San Diego Bay to Coronado in about 15 minutes. One way costs $9 for ages 4 and up, and bikes ride at no extra charge.
- [Sweetwater Marsh Wildlife Refuge](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/sweetwater-marsh-wildlife-refuge/): The Sweetwater Marsh unit of the San Diego Bay refuge protects salt marsh and mudflats, with over 200 bird species. Access is limited, by free shuttle.
- [Sweetwater Park in Chula Vista](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/sweetwater-park-chula-vista/): Sweetwater Park is a 39-acre Port park beside the Sweetwater Marsh refuge, with nature playgrounds and 2.5 miles of paths. Open 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- [Sweetwater Summit Regional Park](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/sweetwater-summit-regional-park/): Sweetwater Summit Regional Park in Bonita has a seasonal splash pad, play areas and 15 miles of trails. Day use is 9:30 a.m. to sunset; parking is $5.
- [Tijuana River Estuary Reserve](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/tijuana-river-estuary-reserve/): The Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve is one of 30 in the U.S., with hiking, birding, a visitor center and free school visits.
- [Tijuana River Valley Regional Park](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/tijuana-river-valley-regional-park/): Tijuana River Valley Regional Park is over 1,800 acres with 22.5 miles of trails and a bird and butterfly garden. Open 8 a.m. to sunset.
- [Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay/tijuana-slough-national-wildlife-refuge/): Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge in Imperial Beach is free and open sunrise to sunset, with a visitor center open Wednesday to Sunday.
- [Coronado and South Bay Events](https://itssandiego.com/coronado-south-bay-events/): Confirmed dates for events in Coronado, Chula Vista and Imperial Beach, read on each organizer's own page, with the dates still not posted.
- [Downtown and Balboa Park Events](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park-events/): Confirmed dates for events in Downtown San Diego, Balboa Park, Little Italy and Old Town, read on each organizer's own page.
- [Downtown, Balboa Park & Central](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/): Kid-friendly guide to Downtown San Diego, Balboa Park, Little Italy, Old Town and the waterfront: hours, prices, free days and dated events.
- [Alcazar Garden](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/alcazar-garden/): Alcazar Garden is a Spanish-style garden of tiles, fountains and flowers in Balboa Park, open 24 hours beside the Mingei International Museum.
- [Balboa Park Free Days](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/balboa-park-free-days/): Residents of the City and County of San Diego get free museum entry on a rotating schedule, mostly Tuesdays. See which museum is free when.
- [Balboa Park Visitor Guide](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/balboa-park-visitor-guide/): Balboa Park is open 24 hours with no entry fee. Parking, the free tram, tours, pets and the 1915 and 1935 expositions, from official pages.
- [Botanical Building and Lily Pond](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/botanical-building/): Free to enter and open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Balboa Park Botanical Building holds more than 2,100 plants beside a lily pond.
- [Chicano Park](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/chicano-park/): Chicano Park in Barrio Logan sits under the San Diego-Coronado Bridge with a large collection of murals. It is a National Historic Landmark.
- [Fleet Science Center](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/fleet-science-center/): Fleet Science Center is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with more than 100 exhibits and a dome theater. Juniors 3 to 12 pay $24.95.
- [Gaslamp Museum at The Davis-Horton House](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/gaslamp-museum/): The Gaslamp Museum at 410 Island Avenue is open Thursday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and offers house tours and daytime walking tours.
- [Hillcrest Farmers Market](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/hillcrest-farmers-market/): The Hillcrest Farmers Market runs every Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, on University Ave. between Herbert St. and Park Blvd.
- [Japanese Friendship Garden](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/japanese-friendship-garden/): The Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum in Balboa Park is open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adults $16; children 6 and under are free.
- [Little Italy Mercato](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/little-italy-mercato/): The Little Italy Mercato runs Saturdays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., year-round, rain or shine.
- [Maritime Museum of San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/maritime-museum-of-san-diego/): The Maritime Museum of San Diego is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults $28, youth 6 to 17 $15, ages 5 and under free. Kids free in October 2026.
- [Mingei International Museum](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/mingei-international-museum/): The Mingei folk art museum has a free entry level for all. Exhibitions $15 for adults, free for youth 17 and under. Free for everyone on 3rd Tuesdays.
- [Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/mission-basilica-san-diego/): Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, California’s first mission, was founded in 1769 and is a National Historic Landmark and a working parish.
- [Old Town San Diego State Historic Park](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/old-town-state-historic-park/): Old Town San Diego State Historic Park preserves early San Diego with five original adobes and museums. Visitor center open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- [Petco Park Tours](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/petco-park-tours/): The Padres say Petco Park tours are available daily. Daily, pregame, educational and birthday tours are listed. Times and prices were not posted.
- [Presidio Park and Serra Museum](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/presidio-park-serra-museum/): Presidio Park is the site of the 1769 Spanish presidio and a National Historic Landmark. The Serra Museum stands in the park. Check hours first.
- [San Diego Air and Space Museum](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/air-and-space-museum/): The San Diego Air and Space Museum is open daily 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Youth 3 to 11 pay $22, adults $35, children 2 and under are free.
- [San Diego Automotive Museum](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/automotive-museum/): The San Diego Automotive Museum shows more than 75 cars and motorcycles and is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free for residents on 4th Tuesdays.
- [San Diego Central Library](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/central-library/): The San Diego Central Library at 330 Park Blvd. has a Children’s Library, an art gallery and tours. Open Monday to Saturday, closed Sundays.
- [San Diego Model Railroad Museum](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/model-railroad-museum/): The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is open Wednesday to Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free for residents on the second Thursday.
- [San Diego Museum of Art](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/san-diego-museum-of-art/): The San Diego Museum of Art is closed Wednesdays, with youth 17 and under free. Free docent tours daily and family tours on 2nd and 4th Saturdays.
- [San Diego Natural History Museum](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/natural-history-museum/): The Nat is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults $24.95, youth 3 to 17 $16.95. Kids visit free with a paid adult in October 2026.
- [San Diego Zoo](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/san-diego-zoo/): San Diego Zoo: adults $78 and children 3 to 11 $68 for a 1-day pass. Kids 11 and under are free with an adult through October 31, 2026.
- [Seaport Village](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/seaport-village/): Seaport Village is a San Diego Bay waterfront spot with shops, dining, a historic carousel and lawn music, open daily 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- [Spreckels Organ Pavilion](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/spreckels-organ-pavilion/): Free one-hour concerts play on the Spreckels Organ every Sunday at 2 p.m., rain or shine. The pavilion seats 2,400 in Balboa Park.
- [The New Children’s Museum](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/new-childrens-museum/): The New Children’s Museum is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed Tuesdays. Children 1 and up $20, adults $25, under 1 free. Kids free in October.
- [The Old Globe](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/old-globe-theatre/): The Old Globe is Balboa Park’s theater. Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! plays November 4 to December 31, 2026.
- [Timken Museum of Art](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/timken-museum/): The Timken Museum of Art on El Prado is open Wednesday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. balboapark.org says it is always free, with free guided tours.
- [USS Midway Museum](https://itssandiego.com/downtown-balboa-park/uss-midway-museum/): The USS Midway Museum is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults $39 online, youth 4 to 12 $29, children 3 and under free.
- [East County](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/): Kid-friendly guide to East County: lakes, parks, museums and libraries in El Cajon, La Mesa, Santee, Lakeside and Alpine, with safety notes.
- [Alpine Library](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/alpine-library/): The Alpine Library at 1752 Alpine Boulevard is a free County library. See its hours, closure dates and listed programs.
- [Casa de Oro Library](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/casa-de-oro-library/): The Casa de Oro Library at 9610 Campo Road is a free County library. See its hours, closure dates and listed programs.
- [Desert View Picnic Site](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/desert-view-picnic-site/): Desert View Picnic Site off I-8 costs $5 per vehicle. Its page and the forest fire order disagree about fires, so we say do not count on one.
- [El Cajon Library](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/el-cajon-library/): The El Cajon Library at 201 E. Douglas is a free County library. See its hours, closure dates and listed programs.
- [El Capitan County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/el-capitan-county-preserve/): El Capitan County Preserve in Lakeside has about 11 miles of strenuous trails with little shade. It is closed every August for extreme heat.
- [El Capitan Reservoir](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/el-capitan-reservoir/): El Capitan Reservoir in Lakeside is a City of San Diego reservoir. Closed the first Friday of each month; the boat ramp is closed for low water.
- [Fletcher Hills Library](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/fletcher-hills-library/): The Fletcher Hills Library at 576 Garfield Avenue is a free County library. See its hours, closure dates and listed programs.
- [Harry Griffen Regional Park](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/harry-griffen-regional-park/): Harry Griffen Regional Park at 9550 Milden Street in La Mesa: most nature trails are closed September 21 to November 20 for water district work.
- [Heritage of The Americas Museum](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/heritage-of-the-americas-museum/): Heritage of the Americas Museum at 12110 Cuyamaca College Drive West, El Cajon: youth 17 and under free, adults $10, 55 and over $6, free every 2nd Friday.
- [Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/hollenbeck-canyon-wildlife-area/): Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area near Jamul is a 6,100-acre state wildlife area open daily sunrise to sunset. Hunting is allowed, so check the season.
- [Knox House Museum](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/knox-house-museum/): The Knox House Museum, 280 N. Magnolia Avenue in El Cajon, is free and normally open the first and third Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- [La Mesa Depot Museum](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/la-mesa-depot-museum/): The La Mesa Depot Museum at 4695 Nebo Drive is free. Docent tours run Tuesdays and Thursdays noon to 3 p.m.; the outdoor train display is open 24 hours.
- [La Mesa Library](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/la-mesa-library/): The La Mesa Library at 8074 Allison Avenue is a free County library. See its hours, closure dates and listed programs.
- [Lake Jennings](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/lake-jennings/): Lake Jennings in Lakeside is open to the public Friday to Sunday for fishing. Day use is $6 per adult 16 and over; no swimming or bodily water contact.
- [Lake Murray](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/lake-murray/): Lake Murray is a City of San Diego reservoir at 5540 Kiowa Drive, La Mesa. Open daily sunrise to sunset, closed the second Tuesday of each month.
- [Lakeside Library](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/lakeside-library/): The Lakeside Library at 12428 Woodside Avenue is a free County library. See its hours, closure dates and listed programs.
- [Lemon Grove City Parks](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/lemon-grove-city-parks/): The City of Lemon Grove lists six city parks, including Lemon Grove Park and Treganza Heritage Park. Addresses and amenities are not confirmed.
- [Lemon Grove Library](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/lemon-grove-library/): The Lemon Grove Library at 3001 School Lane is a free County library. See its hours, closure dates and listed programs.
- [Lindo Lake County Park](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/lindo-lake-county-park/): Lindo Lake County Park at 12660 Lindo Lane in Lakeside has a playground, skate park and 1.5 miles of trails, open sunrise to sunset.
- [Louis A. Stelzer County Park](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/louis-a-stelzer-county-park/): Louis A. Stelzer County Park in Lakeside has 420 acres, short trails, playgrounds and picnic tables under oaks. Day-use parking is $5.
- [Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/mission-trails-visitor-center/): The Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center is open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trail Tykes for ages 2 to 5 is free on Sundays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
- [Pioneer Mail Picnic Site](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/pioneer-mail-picnic-site/): Pioneer Mail Picnic Site in the Laguna Mountains costs $5 per vehicle with an Adventure Pass. Fire danger was High and fire rules apply.
- [San Vicente Reservoir](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/san-vicente-reservoir/): San Vicente Reservoir in Lakeside is a City of San Diego reservoir, closed Tuesdays, Wednesdays and the second Friday of each month. Cash or check only.
- [Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/santee-lakes/): Santee Lakes has 7 playgrounds, stocked fishing lakes and pedal boats. Parking is $4 weekdays and $7 weekends; Spooktacular is October 24.
- [Santee Library](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/santee-library/): The Santee Library at 9225 Carlton Hills Blvd #17 is a free County library. See its hours, closure dates and listed programs.
- [Spring Valley County Park](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/spring-valley-county-park/): Spring Valley County Park at 8735 Jamacha Blvd. has two playgrounds, 26 picnic tables and a pavilion, open sunrise to sunset daily.
- [The Water Conservation Garden](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/water-conservation-garden/): The Water Conservation Garden at 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr West, El Cajon: nearly six acres of gardens, with a free day the second Friday of each month.
- [Walker Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/walker-preserve/): Walker Preserve is a flat riverside trail on the San Diego River between Magnolia Avenue in Santee and the Lakeside Baseball Park, about one mile.
- [Wells Park](https://itssandiego.com/east-county/wells-park/): Wells Park, at 1153 E Madison Avenue in El Cajon, is an 18-acre city park with a playground, shade trees, picnic tables and a paved walking path.
- [East County Events](https://itssandiego.com/east-county-events/): Confirmed dates for events in El Cajon, La Mesa, Santee, Lakeside and Alpine: lake events, holiday lights, library programs and a weekly market.
- [Fishing and Whale Watching Events](https://itssandiego.com/fishing-events/): Dated fishing and whale watching listings in San Diego from organizer pages: Flagship whale watching and landing trip schedules.
- [Fishing in San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/): San Diego fishing guide: long-range sportfishing from Point Loma, three landings, license and limits, piers, lobster, whale watching and history.
- [Cabrillo National Monument Tidepools and Whales](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/cabrillo-national-monument-tidepools-and-whales/): Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma: whale watching season, tidepool hours and etiquette, the no-take reserve, fees and lighthouse history.
- [California Fishing License and Limits](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/california-fishing-license-and-limits/): California fishing license types and 2026 fees, the Ocean Enhancement Validation, pier rules and Southern California bag limits.
- [Fisherman’s Landing](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/fishermans-landing/): Fisherman's Landing at 2838 Garrison St, San Diego: phone as printed, long-range boats, parking, booking, fish counts and reports.
- [Fishing With Kids](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/fishing-with-kids/): Fishing with children in San Diego: no license under 16, license-free public piers, seasickness tips, child pricing and what is not confirmed.
- [Free Fishing Days](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/free-fishing-days/): California Free Fishing Days listed by CDFW for 2027: Saturday July 3 and Saturday September 4, 2027. All other fishing rules still apply.
- [H&M Landing](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/hm-landing/): H&M Landing at 2803 Emerson St, San Diego: phone as printed, trip types, booking, tackle rental, fish reports and whale watching.
- [H&M Landing Long-Range Boats](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/hm-landing-long-range-boats/): The ten boats H&M Landing lists for long-range fishing from Point Loma: length, beam and sleeping capacity as printed on its site.
- [Local Piers and Shore Fishing](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/local-piers-and-shore-fishing/): San Diego fishing piers: Shelter Island, Imperial Beach, Coronado, Embarcadero, Crystal Pier and Mission Bay Jetty North. Ocean Beach Pier is closed.
- [Long-Range Sportfishing From Point Loma](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/long-range-sportfishing-point-loma/): Long-range and overnight sportfishing from Point Loma: three trip tiers, seasons, species, rules, boarding, tackle rental and fish counts.
- [Mexico Waters and Passports](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/mexico-waters-and-passports/): What H&M Landing and Fisherman's Landing say about passports, the Mexican tourist visa and fishing permits, each quoted only for itself.
- [Mitch’s Seafood at Point Loma](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/mitchs-seafood-point-loma/): Mitch's Seafood at 1403 Scott St, Point Loma: counter-service seafood on the fishing docks, menu highlights, hours as printed and a day-before-trip tip.
- [Point Loma Sportfishing](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/point-loma-sportfishing/): Point Loma Sportfishing at 1403 Scott St, San Diego: ticket office phone as printed, boats, trip types, tackle rental and fish counts.
- [Point Loma Tackle Shops and Hats](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/point-loma-tackle-shops-and-hats/): Tackle shops at the Point Loma landings: Fisherman's Landing and H&M Landing for rods, reels, lures, apparel and hats. Hours not confirmed.
- [Red Rooster III: Our Favorite Long-Range Boat](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/red-rooster-iii-long-range-point-loma/): Red Rooster III, a 105-foot long-range boat at H&M Landing, Point Loma: size, sleeping capacity, trip types, history and how to book.
- [San Diego Tuna Capital History](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/tuna-capital-history/): How San Diego became the Tuna Capital of the World: the 1909 first cannery, the 1960s peak and what remains of the fleet today.
- [Spiny Lobster Season](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/spiny-lobster-season/): California spiny lobster season in San Diego: opened Oct 2, 2026 and closes Mar 17, 2027, 7 per day, 3 1/4 inch minimum, report card required.
- [Whale Watching From Point Loma](https://itssandiego.com/fishing/whale-watching-point-loma/): Whale watching tours from H&M Landing and Flagship, the Cabrillo land-based season and what is not confirmed, with prices as posted.
- [Free San Diego Datasets](https://itssandiego.com/data/): Free San Diego datasets built only from official agency and operator pages, each row dated and linked to its source. Reuse with a link back.
- [Balboa Park Resident Free Days by Museum](https://itssandiego.com/data/balboa-park-resident-free-days/): Which Balboa Park museums are free for San Diego residents each month, by Tuesday and Thursday, with limits, from the park's own page.
- [City of San Diego Reservoir Schedules: Open Days, Hours and Closures](https://itssandiego.com/data/city-of-san-diego-reservoir-schedules/): Open days, hours and monthly closed days for the nine City of San Diego reservoirs, from each City page, with boat ramp notices.
- [Closed, Renamed and Moved in San Diego: A Running List](https://itssandiego.com/data/san-diego-closed-renamed-moved/): San Diego places that closed, changed names or moved, each dated and linked to the official page. Border Field, Ocean Beach Pier and more.
- [Hiking Events](https://itssandiego.com/hiking-events/): No dated hiking events are listed yet. Annual County and ranger events were seen in search results only and are not confirmed.
- [Hiking Trails](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/): San Diego hiking guide from agency pages: Torrey Pines closure, Cedar Creek Falls permit, fire danger, heat, dog rules, Laguna, Anza-Borrego and more.
- [Annie’s Canyon Trail at San Elijo Lagoon](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/annies-canyon-trail-san-elijo-lagoon/): Annie's Canyon Trail is a quarter-mile trail at San Elijo Lagoon, Solana Beach. Trailhead address, hours, kids scavenger hunt and storm closures.
- [Anza-Borrego Self-Guided Nature Trails](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/anza-borrego-self-guided-nature-trails/): Anza-Borrego nature trails with State Parks lengths: Cactus Loop, Yaqui Well, Narrows Earth, Elephant Tree and Ehmuu-Morteros, plus heat advice.
- [Bayside Trail at Cabrillo National Monument](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/bayside-trail-cabrillo-national-monument/): Bayside Trail at Cabrillo National Monument: 2.5 miles round trip, about 340 feet of gain, open 9 to 4 daily, no pets or bikes, rattlesnake warning.
- [Big Laguna Trail](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/big-laguna-trail/): Big Laguna Trail in the Laguna Mountains: 10-mile loop, 1,000 feet of gain, moderate to difficult, pets allowed, $5 per vehicle per day per its page.
- [Cedar Creek Falls (San Diego River Gorge Trail)](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/cedar-creek-falls-san-diego-river-gorge-trail/): Cedar Creek Falls hike near Ramona: $6.00 permit reserved on Recreation.gov, 5.5 miles round trip, 1,800 feet of gain, Forest Service safety rules.
- [Cowles Mountain Summit](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/cowles-mountain-summit/): Cowles Mountain is the highest point in Mission Trails Regional Park and the City of San Diego at 1,591 feet. Trail length and rules not confirmed.
- [Crestridge Ecological Reserve](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/crestridge-ecological-reserve/): Crestridge Ecological Reserve near El Cajon: about 2,800 acres, no facilities, open sunrise to sunset, entrance at end of Horsemill Road.
- [Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/elfin-forest-recreational-reserve/): Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve, Escondido: open daily except Dec. 25, leashed dogs welcome, gates locked at closing, free permit for groups of 8+.
- [Garnet Peak Trail](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/garnet-peak-trail/): Garnet Peak Trail, Laguna Mountains: 1.2 or 2.2 miles round trip, steep and rocky, hikers only. Parking fee wording conflicts between pages.
- [Hellhole Canyon and The Slot, Anza-Borrego](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/hellhole-canyon-and-the-slot-anza-borrego/): Hellhole Canyon and The Slot trailheads in Anza-Borrego: sunrise to sunset, $10 day use, park-wide dog rules, State Parks heat warning.
- [Hiking Safety, Fees and Permits Guide](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/hiking-safety-fees-and-permits-guide/): Read first: Torrey Pines closure, Cedar Creek Falls permit, fire danger, heat and rattlesnake warnings, dog rules and parking fees from agency pages.
- [Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve Trails](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/los-penasquitos-canyon-preserve-trails/): Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve: about 12 miles of trails in 3,700 acres, 12020 Black Mountain Road, open 8 a.m. to sunset, spring waterfall chance.
- [Mission Trails Regional Park Trail System](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/mission-trails-regional-park-trail-system/): Mission Trails Regional Park has about 60 to 65 miles of trails over 8,000 acres. Visitor Center hours, trail map and heat advice from the park.
- [Noble Canyon Trail](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/noble-canyon-trail/): Noble Canyon Trail near Pine Valley: nearly 10 miles one way, strenuous, shared with mountain bikers, pets allowed, Adventure Pass at the trailhead.
- [Pacific Crest Trail, Anza-Borrego](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/pacific-crest-trail-through-anza-borrego/): Pacific Crest Trail in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park: no permit required, dogs prohibited, no ground fires, Coyote Canyon seasonal closure.
- [Palomar Mountain State Park Trails](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/palomar-mountain-state-park-trails/): Palomar Mountain State Park trails: open 8 AM to sunset, $10 per vehicle cash or check only, foot traffic only, no dogs or mountain bikes on trails.
- [San Dieguito River Park Trails at Lake Hodges and Clevenger Canyon](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/san-dieguito-river-park-trails-lake-hodges-clevenger/): San Dieguito River Park trail table: Bernardo Mountain, Piedras Pintadas, Bernardo Bay and Clevenger Canyon trail lengths, ratings and staging hours.
- [Santa Ysabel County Preserves Trail Guide](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/santa-ysabel-county-preserves/): Santa Ysabel East and West Preserves near Julian: 4,600 acres, more than 15 miles of trails, open 8 a.m. to sunset daily, three staging addresses.
- [Sunset Trail, Laguna Mountains](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/sunset-trail-laguna-mountains/): Sunset Trail in the Laguna Mountains is listed as easy: 3.25 mile loop or 9.2 miles round trip, pets allowed, Adventure Pass required.
- [Sycamore Canyon and Goodan Ranch County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/sycamore-canyon-goodan-ranch-county-preserve/): Sycamore Canyon and Goodan Ranch Preserve: 2,272 acres, more than 10 miles of trails, staging addresses, Stowe Trail permit rule, open 8 a.m. to sunset.
- [Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Trails (Closed)](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/torrey-pines-state-natural-reserve-trails/): Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is closed to all visitors from September 22, 2026 per State Parks, read 2026-10-23. No dogs. Check the official page.
- [Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/hiking/volcan-mountain-wilderness-preserve/): Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve near Julian: roughly 5-mile round-trip summit hike, moderately difficult, open 8 a.m. to sunset daily. County details.
- [Honoring Our Military in San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/military/): Honoring service in San Diego: Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, Point Loma coastal defense history, military museums and base pages.
- [Cabrillo and Coastal Defense History](https://itssandiego.com/military/cabrillo-coastal-defense-history/): Point Loma became a military reserve in 1852. Cabrillo National Monument preserves Fort Rosecrans coastal defense sites. Hours and fees from the NPS.
- [Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery](https://itssandiego.com/military/fort-rosecrans-national-cemetery/): Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery at 1700 Cabrillo Memorial Drive is open daily sunrise to sunset. Visiting rules, history and how to find a grave.
- [Military Bases in San Diego County](https://itssandiego.com/military/military-bases-san-diego/): San Diego County hosts major Navy and Marine Corps installations. We list each with its official page. We have not yet been able to read these pages.
- [Military Museums in San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/military/military-museums-san-diego/): The USS Midway Museum has more than 30 restored aircraft; veterans pay $26 and active duty are free. The Maritime Museum shows Swift Boat PCF-816.
- [Interesting Sights](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/): Interesting sights in San Diego County: Cabrillo lighthouse, Salk, Palomar, Mt. Soledad, Sunny Jim Cave and more, with hours, prices and limits.
- [Cabrillo National Monument and Old Point Loma Lighthouse](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/cabrillo-national-monument-lighthouse/): Cabrillo National Monument hours, fees and what to see: Old Point Loma Lighthouse, exhibits and views at the tip of Point Loma. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Kate Sessions Neighborhood Park Viewpoint and Sights](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/kate-sessions-neighborhood-park/): Kate Sessions Neighborhood Park: a 79-acre Mount Soledad park with Mission Bay views and an 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. curfew. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/leo-carrillo-ranch-historic-park/): Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park in Carlsbad: open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, free weekend guided tours, no dogs. City page read 10/23/2026.
- [Mission San Antonio de Pala](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/mission-san-antonio-de-pala/): Mission San Antonio de Pala, founded 1816: chapel, cactus-topped bell tower and a museum open only the 2nd and 4th Saturday. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/mt-soledad-national-veterans-memorial/): Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial: open daily 7 am to 10 pm, 11 walls of plaques, a cross and 360-degree views. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Palomar Observatory](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/palomar-observatory/): Palomar Observatory: free entry, open 9 am to 3:30 pm, 2026 Hale tours on weekends through November 1. One page conflict flagged.
- [Salk Institute Architecture Tours](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/salk-institute-architecture-tours/): Salk Institute public architecture tours: $25, Wednesday to Friday at 10:00 and 11:30, advance booking required, and no campus parking. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Scripps Pier and The Free Public Tour](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/scripps-pier-public-tour/): Scripps Pier is closed to the public except on a free one-hour tour the second Saturday of each month. Registration is required. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Spanish Village Art Center](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/spanish-village-art-center/): Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park: about three dozen artist studios, opened April 8, 1937. Hours are not published online. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Stuart Collection at UC San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/stuart-collection-ucsd/): The Stuart Collection is permanent outdoor art across UC San Diego, within a 20-minute walk of the trolley. Fallen Star is closed. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Sunny Jim Cave and The Cave Store](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/sunny-jim-cave-and-cave-store/): Sunny Jim Cave in La Jolla: adults $13, youth $7, tours 9 am to 4:30 pm, tickets at the door only, and the stairs you climb. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Torrey Pines Gliderport](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights/torrey-pines-gliderport/): Torrey Pines Gliderport in La Jolla: tandem paragliding from $200, hang gliding $225, a cliff-top cafe and hours 9 a.m. to sunset. Read 10/23/2026.
- [Interesting Sights Events](https://itssandiego.com/interesting-sights-events/): No dated interesting-sights events are listed yet. Here are the recurring tours and ceremonies we found, with their organizer pages.
- [Julian, Mountains & Anza-Borrego](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/): Kid-friendly guide to Julian, Cuyamaca, Descanso, Pine Valley, the Laguna Mountains and Borrego Springs: state parks, museums, libraries and desert sights.
- [Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Stargazing](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/anza-borrego-stargazing/): Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is an International Dark Sky Park. Popular spots include Culp Valley and Blair Valley; night access rules are unconfirmed.
- [Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/anza-borrego-visitor-center/): Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center, 200 Palm Canyon Drive: exhibits, a film and a desert garden. $10 per vehicle. Hours sources conflict.
- [Anza-Borrego Wildflowers](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/anza-borrego-wildflowers/): Anza-Borrego wildflower blooms usually begin in late February or early March. The park's update page is dated April 25, 2026: stale. Hotline 760-767-4684.
- [Borrego Art Institute and ArtPark](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/borrego-art-institute-and-artpark/): Borrego Art Institute at 665 Palm Canyon Drive: gallery Thu-Sat 10-5 and Sun 10-4 (Oct. to May); the outdoor ArtPark is open 24 hours.
- [Borrego Desert Nature Center and Desert Garden](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/borrego-desert-nature-center/): Borrego Desert Nature Center at 652 Palm Canyon Drive: open Mon-Sat 9-5 and Sun 10-4, desert garden open daily sunrise to sunset, free stargazing map.
- [Borrego Palm Canyon Trail](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/borrego-palm-canyon-trail/): Borrego Palm Canyon Trail is 3 miles round trip. The park says the first palm grove is closed due to fire damage, so the trail ends at a viewpoint.
- [Borrego Springs Branch Library](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/borrego-springs-library/): Borrego Springs Branch Library at 2580 Country Club Road: Tuesday to Saturday, with Kids Lego Club and a bilingual family craft on Oct. 24.
- [Borrego Springs Dark Sky Community](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/borrego-springs-dark-sky-community/): Borrego Springs is an International Dark Sky Community, certified in 2009. Stargaze away from street lights; a free map is at the Nature Center.
- [Christmas Circle Community Park](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/christmas-circle-community-park/): Christmas Circle Community Park at 700 Christmas Circle Drive is Borrego Springs' central park. The farmers market returns Nov. 6, 2026, 8 AM to noon.
- [Cuyamaca Rancho State Park](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/cuyamaca-rancho-state-park/): Cuyamaca Rancho State Park on Highway 79 near Julian: $10 per vehicle day use, 100+ miles of trails, and two conflicting hours lines. Call before you go.
- [Cuyamaca Rancho Visitor Center and Museum](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/cuyamaca-rancho-visitor-center-and-museum/): The state lists a museum and visitor center at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, but no hours or admission. Call 760-765-3020 before you drive up.
- [Descanso Branch Library](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/descanso-library/): Descanso Branch Library at 9545 River Drive is open Tuesday to Saturday, with toddler and preschool storytime and a Saturday Make and Take craft.
- [Eagle Mining Co.](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/eagle-mining-co/): Eagle Mining Co. at 2320 C Street in Julian runs one-hour gold mine tours, open 7 days 10:00AM to 5:00PM per its site. Prices are not posted.
- [Font’s Point](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/fonts-point/): Font’s Point is a badlands overlook in Anza-Borrego with no official park page. Hours, road condition and amenities are not confirmed.
- [Green Valley Day Use Area](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/green-valley-day-use-area/): Green Valley in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park has cascades and shallow pools for water play. Autumn water flow and the dog rule are not confirmed.
- [Julian Branch Library](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/julian-library/): Julian Branch Library at 1850 Highway 78 is open weekdays, closed weekends, with Baby Storytime, LEGO Club and an afterschool craft on the Oct. 23 listing.
- [Julian Pioneer Museum and Pioneer Park](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/julian-pioneer-museum/): Julian Pioneer Museum: Fridays 11am-3pm, weekends 10am-4pm per its own site. Suggested $5, children 12 and under free. County hours differ.
- [Julian Town Hall](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/julian-town-hall/): The Julian Chamber of Commerce is at 2129 Main Street, the address tied to Julian Town Hall. Hours and history are not confirmed.
- [Laguna Mountain Visitor Center and Kwaaymii Nature Trail](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/laguna-mountain-visitor-center/): Laguna Mountain Visitor Information Center and the 0.5-mile Kwaaymii Nature Trail. Hours page last updated Aug. 21, 2025: stale. Adventure Pass required.
- [Lake Cuyamaca](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/lake-cuyamaca/): Lake Cuyamaca near Julian: $10 per car day use, access one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset, boat launch $8 a day.
- [Mount Laguna Observatory Summer Visitors Program](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/mount-laguna-observatory/): Mount Laguna Observatory is open to the public only on select summer Saturday nights. The 2026 run ended Aug. 15; 2027 dates are not posted.
- [Pine Valley Branch Library](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/pine-valley-library/): Pine Valley Branch Library at 28804 Old Highway 80 is open Tuesday to Saturday, with a Preschool Storytime and a Snake and Spider Storytime on Oct. 29.
- [Pine Valley County Park](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/pine-valley-county-park/): Pine Valley County Park, 28810 Old Highway 80: 17 acres under pines with a playground and courts. Open 9:30 a.m. to half an hour before sunset.
- [Sky Art Sculptures at Galleta Meadows](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/galleta-meadows-sky-art/): About 130 large metal sculptures spread over 1,500+ acres of Borrego Springs desert. The land is private: do not climb or touch. Soft sand can strand cars.
- [Stonewall and Cuyamaca Peak Trails](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert/stonewall-and-cuyamaca-peak-trails/): Stonewall Peak (5,700 feet) and Cuyamaca Peak (6,512 feet) trails start at Paso Picacho in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. Difficulty is not stated.
- [Julian, Mountains & Anza-Borrego Events](https://itssandiego.com/julian-mountains-desert-events/): Confirmed dates for events in Julian, Descanso, the Laguna Mountains and Borrego Springs: library programs, a pet parade, markets and festivals.
- [Lake Events](https://itssandiego.com/lakes-events/): No dated lake events were found on organizer pages for San Diego County lakes. This page says so and points to each lake's own page.
- [Lakes and Lake Guides](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/): San Diego County lakes beyond the big names: Morena, Miramar, Wohlford, Henshaw, Sweetwater, Loveland, Sutherland and Guajome, plus the rules.
- [Guajome Regional Park Lake Guide](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/guajome-regional-park/): Guajome Regional Park in Oceanside: two ponds, 4.5 miles of trails, 33 campsites and day-use areas, with hours, fees and what is unconfirmed.
- [Lake Fishing Rules and Permits](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/lake-fishing-rules-and-permits/): Before fishing San Diego County lakes: the state license, operator permits, quagga mussel rules, swimming bans and camping, read October 23, 2026.
- [Lake Henshaw](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/lake-henshaw/): Lake Henshaw near Santa Ysabel: what the Vista Irrigation District says about camping, fishing and the resort, and what is still unconfirmed.
- [Lake Morena County Park Lake Guide](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/lake-morena-county-park/): Lake Morena County Park near Campo: 86 campsites, cabins, boat rentals, fishing fees, permits and the hours the County posts, read October 23, 2026.
- [Lake Wohlford](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/lake-wohlford/): Lake Wohlford in Escondido: weekends-only hours until mid-December, fishing fees, rental boats, rules and the private boat ban, read October 23, 2026.
- [Loveland Reservoir](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/loveland-reservoir/): Loveland Reservoir near Alpine: daily shoreline fishing hours, directions, rules on pets, boats and bait, and what is unconfirmed, read October 23, 2026.
- [Miramar Reservoir](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/miramar-reservoir/): Miramar Reservoir in Scripps Ranch: sunrise to sunset fishing and private boating, fees, rules, and the algae notice and ramp closure posted Oct 23, 2026.
- [Sutherland Reservoir](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/sutherland-reservoir/): Sutherland Reservoir near Ramona: open March 6 to September 29, Friday to Sunday, closed now. Fees, rules and the low-water ramp closure.
- [Sweetwater Reservoir Shoreline Fishing](https://itssandiego.com/lakes/sweetwater-reservoir-shoreline-fishing/): Sweetwater Reservoir shoreline fishing near Bonita: Friday to Monday hours, suspended fees, bait rules and bass and panfish limits, read October 23, 2026.
- [Military Events and Ceremonies in San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/military-events/): Ceremonies and events that honor the military in San Diego. No dates are confirmed yet from organizers; see what we are checking.
- [Museum Events and Free Days](https://itssandiego.com/museums-events/): Dated museum listings in San Diego County: MOPA@SDMA exhibitions, Museum of Us free Tuesdays, Campo holiday trains and December open houses.
- [Museums](https://itssandiego.com/museums/): Museums across San Diego County: Balboa Park, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Vista, Chula Vista, Campo and more, with hours, prices and free days from official sites.
- [Birch Aquarium at Scripps](https://itssandiego.com/museums/birch-aquarium-at-scripps/): Birch Aquarium at Scripps in La Jolla: open daily from 9 a.m., tickets $29.95 to $39.95, children 2 and under free, three hours free parking.
- [Campo Railroad Museum](https://itssandiego.com/museums/campo-railroad-museum/): Campo Railroad Museum (Pacific Southwest Railway Museum): weekend hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., museum fees, closed Nov 2-26, North Pole Limited dates.
- [Chula Vista Museum and History Center](https://itssandiego.com/museums/chula-vista-museum-and-history-center/): Chula Vista Museum and History Center, 261 Garrett Ave: free admission, open Friday 1 to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 4 p.m., or by appointment.
- [Comic-Con Museum](https://itssandiego.com/museums/comic-con-museum/): Comic-Con Museum, 2131 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park: open Thursday to Tuesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Wednesdays. Adults $30, youth $15.
- [Fallbrook Historical Society Heritage Center](https://itssandiego.com/museums/fallbrook-historical-society/): Fallbrook Historical Society Heritage Center: open Saturdays and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m., Reche Schoolhouse third Saturdays. Christmas Open House December 12.
- [MOPA@SDMA Photography Museum](https://itssandiego.com/museums/mopa-sdma/): MOPA@SDMA photography museum, 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park: Thursday to Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., adults $10, youth 17 and under free. Exhibitions listed.
- [Museum of Making Music](https://itssandiego.com/museums/museum-of-making-music/): Museum of Making Music, 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad: open Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., general $15, children 3 and under free, free parking.
- [Museum of Us](https://itssandiego.com/museums/museum-of-us/): Museum of Us in Balboa Park: open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., adults $21.95, youth $16.95, monthly resident free Tuesday and tower tour price.
- [Rancho Guajome Adobe Museum Visit](https://itssandiego.com/museums/rancho-guajome-adobe/): Rancho Guajome Adobe in Vista: 1850s adobe and 112-acre county park. Museum Wednesday to Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Rancho Christmas on December 12, 2026.
- [San Diego History Center](https://itssandiego.com/museums/san-diego-history-center/): San Diego History Center in Balboa Park: current exhibits including America at 250 and San Diego Lost Neighborhoods, opening at 10 a.m. Read 10/23/2026.
- [San Diego Veterans Museum](https://itssandiego.com/museums/san-diego-veterans-museum/): San Diego Veterans Museum near Balboa Park: adults $5, veterans and seniors $4, children under 12 free. Hours are not posted; confirm before visiting.
- [San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park](https://itssandiego.com/museums/san-pasqual-battlefield-state-historic-park/): San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park near Escondido: open with restrictions on 10/23/2026; visitor center closed for renovation. Trails.
- [Whaley House Museum](https://itssandiego.com/museums/whaley-house-museum/): Whaley House Museum in Old Town San Diego: open daily 10 am to 4:30 pm, self-guided day tour from $15. Hours read on the museum site 10/23/2026.
- [North County Coast](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/): Kid-friendly guide to the North County coast, from Del Mar to Oceanside: beaches, the pier, a lagoon, a botanic garden, LEGOLAND, hours and dated events.
- [Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Campus](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/agua-hedionda-discovery-campus/): The Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Campus in Carlsbad is open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a suggested $15 donation per group and no reservation needed.
- [California Surf Museum](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/california-surf-museum/): The California Surf Museum at 312 Pier View Way in Oceanside is open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Adults $10; children 11 and under are free.
- [Carlsbad State Beach](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/carlsbad-state-beach/): Carlsbad State Beach is open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. The Tamarack lot is closed to cars as of October 23, 2026. Dogs are not allowed on Carlsbad beaches.
- [Del Mar Beach Parking and Dog Rules](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/del-mar-beach-parking-and-dog-rules/): Del Mar lists paid beach parking at $4.24 an hour or $21.20 a day, enforced 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., and posts its dog rules for Powerhouse Park.
- [Del Mar Fairgrounds](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/del-mar-fairgrounds/): The Del Mar Fairgrounds host the San Diego County Fair. The 2026 fair ran June 10 to July 5; the 2027 dates have not been announced.
- [Fletcher Cove Beach Park](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/fletcher-cove-beach-park/): Fletcher Cove in Solana Beach has lifeguards all year, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in winter and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in summer, plus restrooms and showers. No dogs.
- [LEGOLAND California](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/legoland-california/): LEGOLAND California is built for kids 2 to 12. Kids tickets start at $39, adults $69. The park is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Halloween season.
- [Leucadia State Beach](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/leucadia-state-beach/): Leucadia State Beach (Beacon’s) is at 948 Neptune Avenue in Encinitas. State Parks lists no fees and says dogs are not allowed; the City operates it.
- [Mission San Luis Rey Museum](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/mission-san-luis-rey/): Mission San Luis Rey in Oceanside was founded in 1798. The museum is open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Adults $8, youth 6 to 18 $5, ages 5 and under free.
- [Moonlight State Beach](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/moonlight-state-beach/): Moonlight State Beach in Encinitas is run by the City and open dawn to sunset. State Parks lists no fee and says dogs are not allowed.
- [Oceanside Beaches](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/oceanside-beaches/): Oceanside has a four-mile palm-lined beach. The City describes City Beach by the pier, Harbor Beach with 24 fire rings, Breakwater Way and more.
- [Oceanside Museum of Art](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/oceanside-museum-of-art/): The Oceanside Museum of Art at 704 Pier View Way is open Wednesday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and until 8 p.m. on First Fridays.
- [Oceanside Pier](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/oceanside-pier/): The Oceanside Pier is open 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. A fire in April 2024 damaged the far west end; the City says about 90 percent of the pier is open.
- [San Diego Botanic Garden](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/san-diego-botanic-garden/): The San Diego Botanic Garden is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Tuesdays. Adults $20, youth 3 to 17 $12, under 3 free. Kids free in October 2026.
- [San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/san-elijo-lagoon-nature-center/): San Elijo Lagoon is a 979-acre County reserve with 7 miles of easy trails and a nature center open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
- [San Elijo State Beach](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/san-elijo-state-beach/): San Elijo State Beach in Cardiff is open dawn to sunset. Day use is $8 on regular days, $20 on special periods. Dogs only in the campground.
- [Self-Realization Fellowship Meditation Gardens](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/srf-meditation-gardens/): The Self-Realization Fellowship Meditation Gardens at 215 W. K Street in Encinitas are open Tuesday to Sunday and closed on Mondays and when it rains.
- [Solana Beach and Encinitas Libraries](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/solana-beach-and-encinitas-libraries/): The Solana Beach library is closed weekends; the Encinitas library at 540 Cornish Drive is open daily. Both list kids events on the County library site.
- [South Carlsbad State Beach](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/south-carlsbad-state-beach/): South Carlsbad State Beach at 7201 Carlsbad Boulevard is open dawn to sunset. Vehicle day use is $10 on regular days and $20 on special rate days. No dogs.
- [The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast/the-flower-fields/): The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch open for the 2027 season on March 1, 2027, daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The closing date has not been posted.
- [North County Coast Events](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-coast-events/): Confirmed dates for events from Del Mar to Oceanside: LEGOLAND, Carlsbad Village, Encinitas holiday events and Lightscape, read on organizer pages.
- [North County Inland](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/): Kid-friendly guide to inland North County: Safari Park, lakes, trails, parks, museums and libraries in Escondido, San Marcos, Vista, Poway and Ramona.
- [Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/antique-gas-and-steam-engine-museum/): The Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista is open Wednesday to Sunday on a donation basis, with tractor shows October 24 and 25, 2026.
- [Blue Sky Ecological Reserve](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/blue-sky-ecological-reserve/): Blue Sky Ecological Reserve in Poway is a 700-acre canyon reserve open sunrise to sunset, with docent-led programs and city safety tips for hikers.
- [California Center for The Arts, Escondido](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/california-center-for-the-arts-escondido/): The California Center for the Arts in Escondido is an arts center and museum. Its site blocked our reader, so hours and prices are not confirmed.
- [California State University San Marcos](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/cal-state-san-marcos/): California State University San Marcos sits on a 304-acre hillside campus. We could not read a public events calendar, so no campus event is listed.
- [Collier County Park](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/collier-county-park/): Collier County Park in Ramona is an 8-acre park with two shaded playgrounds and courts, open 9:30 a.m. to sunset for vehicles. No alcohol is allowed.
- [Daley Ranch](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/daley-ranch/): Daley Ranch in Escondido has 3,201 acres and over 25 miles of trails, open dawn to dusk, with a heat warning for afternoons and limited water.
- [Dixon Lake](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/dixon-lake/): Dixon Lake in Escondido opens its gates at 6 a.m. daily. Day use is $5 a car on weekends and holidays; fishing needs a daily permit but no state license.
- [Dos Picos County Park](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/dos-picos-county-park/): Dos Picos County Park in Ramona has $5 day-use parking, day use 9:30 a.m. to sunset, camping and cabins, soccer fields and a kids Discovery Kit program.
- [Escondido History Center](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/escondido-history-center/): The Escondido History Center in Grape Day Park has a blacksmith shop, a depot and a Victorian house. Hours are limited and irregular; call first.
- [Escondido Public Library](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/escondido-public-library/): The Escondido Public Library at 239 South Kalmia Street is open Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and weekends, under hours new as of August 3, 2026.
- [Felicita County Park](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/felicita-county-park/): Felicita County Park in Escondido: $5 day-use parking, open 9:30 a.m. to sunset, with oaks, a creek, two playgrounds and a kids’ trail hunt.
- [Hodges Reservoir](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/hodges-reservoir/): Hodges Reservoir (Lake Hodges) is open February to October, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. It is closed November through January.
- [Kit Carson Park](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/kit-carson-park/): Kit Carson Park at 3333 Bear Valley Parkway in Escondido is open daily sunrise to sunset, with a playground, picnic shelters and free disc golf.
- [Lake Poway Recreation Area](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/lake-poway-recreation-area/): Lake Poway is open daily from 6 a.m. to sunset, with fishing and boating Tuesday through Sunday and a $10 non-resident fee.
- [Moonlight Amphitheatre](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/moonlight-amphitheatre/): Moonlight Amphitheatre is an outdoor theatre in Vista. Its official site blocked our reader, so no season, show or price is confirmed.
- [Mount Woodson and Potato Chip Rock](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/mount-woodson-potato-chip-rock/): Mount Woodson Gateway County Preserve parking is $5, sunrise to sunset, off Highway 67. Poway’s official hike advice is about heat and leashes.
- [Old Poway Park](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/old-poway-park/): Old Poway Park is open daily sunrise to sunset, with weekend Poway Midland Railroad train rides, small museums and a Saturday farmers market.
- [Poway Branch Library](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/poway-branch-library/): The Poway Branch Library at 13137 Poway Road is a free San Diego County library open seven days a week. Kids program dates are not confirmed.
- [Poway Center for The Performing Arts](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/poway-center-for-the-performing-arts/): The Poway Center for the Performing Arts at 15498 Espola Road has box office hours Friday and Saturday 1 to 6 p.m. No show dates were read.
- [Poway Community Park](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/poway-community-park/): Poway Community Park at 13094 Civic Center Drive has an Adventure Playground, splash pad and swim center. Swim hours run weekdays only this season.
- [Poway Heritage Museum and Nelson House](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/poway-heritage-museum-and-nelson-house/): The Poway Heritage Museum and Nelson House in Old Poway Park are free. The society lists Saturday and Sunday hours; the city lists different times.
- [Queen Califia’s Magical Circle](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/queen-califias-magical-circle/): Queen Califia’s Magical Circle is a sculpture garden inside Kit Carson Park in Escondido. Opening hours and admission are not confirmed.
- [Ramona Branch Library](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/ramona-branch-library/): The Ramona Branch Library at 1275 Main Street is free and closed Sundays. Baby Playtime is October 23, 2026 and Teen Coding October 24.
- [Ramona Grasslands County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/ramona-grasslands-county-preserve/): Ramona Grasslands County Preserve is open 8 a.m. to sunset daily, with a 4-mile loop trail system. 1.1 miles of the old trail are permanently closed.
- [Ramona Heritage Museum](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/ramona-heritage-museum/): The Ramona Heritage Museum (Guy B. Woodward Museum) is open Saturdays 10 to 4, October to June, for $5 a person or $20 a family.
- [Rancho Buena Vista Adobe](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/rancho-buena-vista-adobe/): Rancho Buena Vista Adobe is a historic adobe in Vista. No official page was reachable, so hours, admission and tour dates are not confirmed.
- [San Diego Zoo Safari Park](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/san-diego-zoo-safari-park/): San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido: $78 adult and $68 child one-day tickets, $20 parking, and Kids Free through October 31, 2026.
- [The Wave Waterpark](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/wave-waterpark/): The Wave Waterpark is Vista’s seasonal water park. Its official site blocked our reader, so address, season dates and prices are not confirmed.
- [Walnut Grove Park](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland/walnut-grove-park/): Walnut Grove Park is a City of San Marcos park. The city site blocked our reader, so hours, fees and amenities are not confirmed.
- [North County Inland Events](https://itssandiego.com/north-county-inland-events/): Confirmed dates for events in Escondido, San Marcos, Vista, Poway and Ramona: Safari Park festivals, Poway holiday events and markets.
- [Parks Events](https://itssandiego.com/parks-events/): No dated park events are listed yet. Recurring items from official park pages are described here, with their dates marked unconfirmed.
- [Parks in San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/parks/): San Diego parks guide: 25 county, city and state parks and preserves with hours, fees, trails, dog rules as posted and closure notes from official pages.
- [Agua Caliente County Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/agua-caliente-county-park/): Agua Caliente County Park near Julian: geothermal pools, camping, cabins. Open Labor Day weekend to Memorial Day. Pool entry $7, parking $5.
- [Barnett Ranch County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/parks/barnett-ranch-county-preserve/): Barnett Ranch County Preserve near Ramona: 728 acres, 4 miles of multi-use trails including a 2.5-mile loop, viewpoints, picnic tables and birdwatching.
- [Black Mountain Open Space Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/black-mountain-open-space-park/): Black Mountain Open Space Park in Rancho Peñasquitos: 2,352 acres, a 2.5-mile dirt trail to a 1,554-foot summit with 360-degree views.
- [Flinn Springs County Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/flinn-springs-county-park/): Flinn Springs County Park: 40 acres, shaded oaks, a year-round stream, 2.5 miles of trails, play areas and picnic spots. Day-use parking $5.
- [Guajome Regional Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/guajome-regional-park/): Guajome Regional Park in Oceanside: 4.5 miles of trails, two ponds, playgrounds, 33 camp sites and a cabin. Day-use parking $5.
- [Kate Sessions Neighborhood Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/kate-sessions-neighborhood-park/): Kate Sessions Neighborhood Park: 79 acres on Mount Soledad with views of Mission Bay. City curfew closes it year-round, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.
- [Lake Morena County Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/lake-morena-county-park/): Lake Morena County Park in Campo: trout stocking, boat rentals in good weather, 8 miles of trails, camping. No swimming. Parking $5.
- [Live Oak County Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/live-oak-county-park/): Live Oak County Park in Fallbrook: 27 acres of oak forest, two playgrounds, courts, picnic areas, an amphitheater and a leash-free dog area.
- [Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/parks/los-penasquitos-canyon-preserve/): Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve: about 4,000 acres, a creek, spring waterfall and an adobe from about 1823. Open 8 a.m. to sunset; trails can close.
- [Lusardi Creek County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/parks/lusardi-creek-county-preserve/): Lusardi Creek County Preserve near Rancho Santa Fe: about 195 acres, a roughly 3-mile trail system that connects to paths up to 10 miles.
- [Marian Bear Memorial Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/marian-bear-memorial-park/): Marian Bear Memorial Park: 467 acres of natural parkland in San Clemente Canyon, over three miles of mostly flat trail. Bikes on maintenance roads only.
- [Mt. Gower County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/parks/mount-gower-county-preserve/): Mt. Gower County Preserve near Ramona: 1,574 acres, 8 miles of multi-use trails and outlooks. Open 8 a.m. to sunset; closed every August for heat.
- [Oakoasis County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/parks/oakoasis-county-preserve/): Oakoasis County Preserve in Lakeside: nearly 400 acres, a 2.5-mile marked loop, leashed dogs and horses welcome, free star parties monthly.
- [Otay Valley Regional Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/otay-valley-regional-park/): Otay Valley Regional Park in South Bay: 8.3 miles of non-motorized trails, seven staging areas, seven ponds and birdwatching. Open sunrise to sunset.
- [Palomar Mountain State Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/palomar-mountain-state-park/): Palomar Mountain State Park hours (8 AM to sunset), $10 day use, camping fees, reservation dates, dog rules and fire restriction phone line.
- [Potrero County Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/potrero-county-park/): Potrero County Park, 45 miles east of San Diego: 37 RV, tent and group sites, two wilderness cabins, hot showers. Day use 9:30 a.m. to sunset.
- [Rancho Guajome Adobe](https://itssandiego.com/parks/rancho-guajome-adobe/): Rancho Guajome Adobe in Vista, a county-run 1850s adobe hacienda: museum hours Wednesday to Sunday, self-guided tours and appointment tours.
- [San Dieguito County Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/san-dieguito-county-park/): San Dieguito County Park near Del Mar: Activity Hill fitness stations, two suspension bridges, kids' TRACK Trails, duck ponds. Open 9:30 a.m. to sunset.
- [San Pasqual-Clevenger Canyon Open Space Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/san-pasqual-clevenger-canyon-open-space/): San Pasqual-Clevenger Canyon Open Space Park: 1.5-mile overlook trail and 2.3-mile summit trail to 1,755 feet. No bikes, horses or restrooms; carry water.
- [Santa Margarita County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/parks/santa-margarita-county-preserve/): Santa Margarita County Preserve in Fallbrook: 221 acres, two miles of non-motorized trails, equestrian staging and corral. Fishing is not allowed.
- [Santa Ysabel County Preserves](https://itssandiego.com/parks/santa-ysabel-county-preserves/): Santa Ysabel East and West preserves near Julian: 4,600 acres, more than 15 miles of trails, three staging areas and a nature center. No overnight camping.
- [Tecolote Canyon Natural Park and Nature Center](https://itssandiego.com/parks/tecolote-canyon-natural-park/): Tecolote Canyon Natural Park in Clairemont: nature center open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Kumeyaay and settler history, trail construction.
- [Waterfront Park at The County Administration Center](https://itssandiego.com/parks/waterfront-park-county-administration-center/): Waterfront Park at 1600 Pacific Highway: splash fountains, lawns, play zone, dog park. Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Free entry; paid garages.
- [Wilderness Gardens County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/parks/wilderness-gardens-county-preserve/): Wilderness Gardens County Preserve in Pala: 737 acres, more than 4 miles of trails, birdwatching, a visitor center. Open Thursday to Tuesday. Parking $5.
- [William Heise County Park](https://itssandiego.com/parks/william-heise-county-park/): William Heise County Park near Julian: 929 acres at 4,200 feet, snow most winters, nearly 11 miles of trails, cabins and campsites. Day use $5.
- [Plays and Theater](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/): San Diego theater guide: La Jolla Playhouse, Lamb's, North Coast Rep, Cygnet, Broadway San Diego, opera and more, with 2026-27 dates.
- [Broadway San Diego: Civic and Balboa Theatres](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/broadway-san-diego/): Broadway San Diego lists 15 touring shows for 2026-27, from The Outsiders (Nov 3, 2026) to Death Becomes Her (Aug 2027), Civic and Balboa Theatres.
- [Coronado Playhouse](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/coronado-playhouse/): Coronado Playhouse, 1835 Strand Way: Into the Woods (Oct 23 to Nov 22, 2026) and Holiday Cabaret (Dec 18 to 20, 2026). No 2027 shows listed yet.
- [Cygnet Theatre at The Joan](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/cygnet-theatre-the-joan/): Cygnet Theatre at The Joan, 2880 Roosevelt Rd: JOB, A Christmas Carol (Nov 24 to Dec 24) and One Man, Two Guvnors (Feb 17 to Mar 14, 2027).
- [Diversionary Theatre](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/diversionary-theatre/): Diversionary Theatre, 4545 Park Boulevard: Arrowhead (Nov 12 to Dec 6, 2026), Mother Play (Feb 2027) and Take Me Out (May 20 to Jun 13, 2027).
- [La Jolla Playhouse](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/la-jolla-playhouse/): La Jolla Playhouse in San Diego: GRIM (Oct 27 to Dec 6, 2026), Particle Fever (Feb 17 to Mar 21, 2027), address and box office, read Oct 23, 2026.
- [Lamb’s Players Theatre](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/lambs-players-theatre/): Lamb's Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Avenue, Coronado: American Rhythm, Festival of Christmas (Nov 20 to Dec 27) and Godspell (Jan 6 to Feb 21, 2027).
- [New Village Arts](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/new-village-arts/): New Village Arts, 2787 State Street, Carlsbad: As You Like It (Oct 16 to Nov 29, 2026), then Cabaret, Furlough's Paradise and In The Heights in 2027.
- [North Coast Repertory Theatre](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/north-coast-repertory-theatre/): North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe, Solana Beach: eight mainstage plays from The Cottage (Oct 28, 2026) to Aug 8, 2027, plus Variety Nights.
- [San Diego Opera](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater/san-diego-opera/): San Diego Opera 2026-27 dates from its site: Rigoletto (Oct 23 to 25, 2026), Susannah (Feb 12 to 14, 2027) and The Marriage of Figaro (Apr 2 to 4, 2027).
- [Plays and Theater Events](https://itssandiego.com/plays-theater-events/): Dated San Diego plays, musicals and opera from company sites: La Jolla Playhouse, Old Globe, Lamb's, Cygnet, Broadway San Diego and more.
- [RV Camping Events](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping-events/): No dated RV camping events are listed yet. See what we looked for and where the organizer pages are.
- [RV Camping With Hookups](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/): San Diego County RV camping with hookups: County, State and private parks, nightly rates, booking windows and what is not yet confirmed.
- [Agua Caliente County Park RV Camping](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/agua-caliente-county-park/): Agua Caliente County Park: full and partial RV hookups at $42 and $39 per county table (to confirm), seasonal, with geothermal pools.
- [Borrego Palm Canyon Campground RV Camping](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/borrego-palm-canyon-campground/): Borrego Palm Canyon Campground in Anza-Borrego: full-hookup RV sites at $45 a night, reservation season October to April, dump station.
- [Campland on The Bay](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/campland-on-the-bay/): Campland on the Bay RV resort in San Diego: 2026 summer and winter rates by site tier, fees, check-in times and the two-year booking window.
- [Guajome Regional Park RV Camping](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/guajome-regional-park/): Guajome Regional Park in Oceanside: 33 tent and RV campsites, full hookup listed at $42 on the county fee table (to confirm).
- [Lake Morena County Park RV Camping](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/lake-morena-county-park/): Lake Morena County Park near Campo: partial and full RV hookups at $39 and $42 per county table (to confirm), 86 campsites, trails.
- [Potrero County Park RV Camping](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/potrero-county-park/): Potrero County Park RV sites have electric and water, listed at $39 per night on the county fee table (to confirm). 37 campsites, trails.
- [RV Hookup Fees and Booking Guide](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/rv-hookup-fees-and-booking-guide/): San Diego County RV hookup fees and booking: County Parks $39 and $42, State Parks, Santee Lakes, Campland, windows and what is unconfirmed.
- [Sweetwater Summit Regional Park RV Camping](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/sweetwater-summit-regional-park/): Sweetwater Summit near Chula Vista: 112 sites, many with water and power; $42 full and $39 partial per county table (to confirm).
- [William Heise County Park RV Camping](https://itssandiego.com/rv-camping/william-heise-county-park/): William Heise County Park near Julian: trailer sites at $39 partial hookup per county table (to confirm), 11 miles of trails, snow in winter.
- [San Diego Beaches](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/): San Diego beach guide from City, State and Park Service pages: Ocean Beach, La Jolla, Mission Bay, Torrey Pines, rules, rip currents and dogs.
- [Beach Rules](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/beach-rules/): City of San Diego beach rules: no alcohol, smoking or glass on beaches and walkways, fire rules, lifeguard hours and leash length.
- [Cabrillo Tide Pools](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/cabrillo-tide-pools/): Cabrillo National Monument tide pools in Point Loma: National Park Service hours, fees, low tide advice and the rule that nothing may be collected.
- [Children’s Pool](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/childrens-pool/): Children's Pool in La Jolla: harbor seals rest on the beach year-round, and the beach is closed to the public every year from Dec. 15 through May 15.
- [Coronado and Silver Strand](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/coronado-silver-strand/): Silver Strand State Beach hours, fees and rules from California State Parks, plus Coronado Beach details that could not be confirmed from the City page.
- [Dogs on San Diego Beaches](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/beach-dog-rules/): Dog rules for San Diego beaches from City and State pages: Dog Beach and Fiesta Island are leash-free; other City pages conflict, so check each beach.
- [Imperial Beach and Its Pier](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/imperial-beach-pier/): Imperial Beach Pier rules from the City and the state: no license needed on the pier, two poles, no glass, clean fish only at set places.
- [La Jolla Cove](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/la-jolla-cove/): La Jolla Cove facts from the City of San Diego: calm summer water, snorkeling, a no-fishing ecological reserve, lifeguards, and no dogs, alcohol or glass.
- [La Jolla Shores](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/la-jolla-shores/): La Jolla Shores facts from the City of San Diego: permanent lifeguards, no dogs, alcohol or smoking, and a no-take marine reserve just to the north.
- [Marine Protected Areas](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/marine-protected-areas/): Marine protected areas near San Diego beaches from CDFW: Matlahuayl, San Diego-Scripps Coastal, Cabrillo, and the La Jolla Underwater Park reserve.
- [Mission Bay Park](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/mission-bay-park/): Mission Bay Park facts from the City of San Diego: 4,235 acres, eight swimming areas, seasonal lifeguards, fire rings and the Fiesta Island dog area.
- [Mission Beach and Belmont Park](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/mission-beach-belmont-park/): Mission Beach facts from the City of San Diego: lifeguards, no dogs, alcohol or smoking, fire pits and amenities. Belmont Park details are not confirmed.
- [Ocean Beach](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/ocean-beach/): Ocean Beach facts from the City of San Diego: lifeguards, rules, Dog Beach at the north end, and the Ocean Beach Pier, which is closed to the public.
- [Pacific Beach](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/pacific-beach/): Pacific Beach facts from the City of San Diego: lifeguards, no dogs, alcohol or smoking, North Pacific Beach. Crystal Pier status is not confirmed.
- [Pier Fishing Rules](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/pier-fishing-rules/): California rules for fishing from a public pier in San Diego: no license needed on the pier, anglers under 16, free piers list and size and bag limits.
- [Rip Currents and Cliffs](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/rip-currents-and-cliffs/): San Diego beach safety from City lifeguards and State Parks: what to do in a rip current, why bluffs collapse, and where to check water quality.
- [Shelter Island Shoreline Park](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/shelter-island-shoreline-park/): Shelter Island Shoreline Park from the Port of San Diego: hours, fishing pier, boat launch, parking meters, picnic tables and the leashed-dog rule.
- [Sunset Cliffs Natural Park](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/sunset-cliffs/): Sunset Cliffs Natural Park facts from the City of San Diego: 68 acres, small lots, no restrooms, and the City warning that coastal bluffs can collapse.
- [Torrey Pines State Beach and Reserve](https://itssandiego.com/beaches/torrey-pines-state-beach/): Torrey Pines State Beach: gates, parking fees, no dogs, bluff safety and a free beach wheelchair. The reserve is listed as closed; confirm before you go.
- [San Diego Events Calendar](https://itssandiego.com/events/): Every confirmed San Diego County event date in one list: games, concerts, theater, ballet, parades and family days, each read on the organizer's page.
- [Sports Events in San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/sports-events/): Dated San Diego sports events from team and organizer pages: Padres, Gulls, Seals, Aztecs, bowl games, The Sentry and big races.
- [Sports in San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/sports/): San Diego sports guide: Padres at Petco Park, Gulls, Seals, SD FC, Wave, college teams, bowl games, The Sentry and annual races.
- [Frontwave Arena Oceanside](https://itssandiego.com/sports/frontwave-arena/): Frontwave Arena at 3475 Hero Dr, Oceanside: San Diego Seals home games, clear-bag rules, and what the arena lists. All ages.
- [Holiday Bowl](https://itssandiego.com/sports/holiday-bowl/): The 47th Holiday Bowl is December 28, 2026 at 2 PM at Snapdragon Stadium, shown on The CW. The parade date is not posted.
- [IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside](https://itssandiego.com/sports/ironman-70-3-oceanside/): IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside triathlon on April 3, 2027: general registration is sold out, with spectator and course pages on the race site.
- [Pechanga Arena San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/sports/pechanga-arena-san-diego/): Pechanga Arena at 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego: home of the Gulls, what you cannot bring, disabled parking and tickets through AXS.
- [Petco Park and The Padres](https://itssandiego.com/sports/petco-park-padres/): Petco Park in San Diego: 81 Padres home games posted for 2027 from March 25, the clear-bag rule, kids policy and tickets.
- [Poinsettia Bowl](https://itssandiego.com/sports/poinsettia-bowl/): The SDCCU Poinsettia Bowl is Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM PST at Snapdragon Stadium, which seats 35,000.
- [Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego](https://itssandiego.com/sports/rock-n-roll-san-diego/): Rock 'n' Roll Running Series San Diego on June 5 and 6, 2027: registration is open and the course runs from Balboa Park to Downtown.
- [San Diego FC](https://itssandiego.com/sports/san-diego-fc/): San Diego FC MLS home matches at Snapdragon Stadium: October 24 and November 7, 2026. The 2027 schedule is not posted yet.
- [San Diego Gulls](https://itssandiego.com/sports/san-diego-gulls/): San Diego Gulls AHL hockey at Pechanga Arena: 33 home games from October 24, 2026 to April 10, 2027 and usual start times.
- [San Diego Seals](https://itssandiego.com/sports/san-diego-seals/): San Diego Seals NLL lacrosse: 9 home games at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, December 19, 2026 to April 25, 2027.
- [San Diego Wave FC](https://itssandiego.com/sports/san-diego-wave-fc/): San Diego Wave FC NWSL at Snapdragon Stadium: the last regular-season home match is Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 4 PM.
- [SDSU Aztecs and Viejas Arena](https://itssandiego.com/sports/sdsu-aztecs-viejas-arena/): SDSU Aztecs home games: men's and women's basketball at Viejas Arena (12,414 seats) and football at Snapdragon Stadium.
- [Snapdragon Stadium](https://itssandiego.com/sports/snapdragon-stadium/): Snapdragon Stadium at 2101 Stadium Way: Aztec football, San Diego FC, the Wave and two bowl games, plus the clear-bag rule and bag lockers.
- [Torrey Pines and The Sentry](https://itssandiego.com/sports/torrey-pines-the-sentry/): The Sentry PGA TOUR event at Torrey Pines, January 27 to 30, 2027: grounds tickets from $50, youth 15 and under free, and tee times.
- [UC San Diego Tritons](https://itssandiego.com/sports/ucsd-tritons/): UC San Diego Tritons men's basketball home dates at LionTree Arena, November 2026 to February 2027. Big West tournament is in Nevada.
- [USD Toreros](https://itssandiego.com/sports/usd-toreros/): University of San Diego Toreros: two home football games left in 2026 and men's basketball at Jenny Craig Pavilion.
- [Streams and Fishing Events](https://itssandiego.com/streams-events/): No dated stream or creek events are listed yet. See the Free Fishing Days and the fishing guide for the dates that are confirmed.
- [Streams and Fishing Guides](https://itssandiego.com/streams/): San Diego County creek and river guide: stream-side preserves and parks, fishing license and limits, where fishing is banned, and flash-flood safety.
- [Cedar Creek Falls and San Diego River Gorge Trail](https://itssandiego.com/streams/cedar-creek-falls-san-diego-river-gorge-trail/): Cedar Creek Falls near Ramona: 5.5 miles round trip, 80-foot waterfall, $6 permit per group of up to 5 from Recreation.gov, often closed in August.
- [Los Penasquitos Canyon County Preserve](https://itssandiego.com/streams/los-penasquitos-canyon-preserve/): Los Penasquitos Canyon County Preserve: about 12 miles of trails beside a creek, 3,700 acres, open 8 a.m. to sunset daily. Managed by County and City.
- [Lusardi Creek County Preserve Stream Guide](https://itssandiego.com/streams/lusardi-creek-county-preserve/): Lusardi Creek County Preserve: about 195 acres, a roughly 3-mile trail system for hikers and mountain bikers, open 8 a.m. to sunset daily.
- [Mast Park and Mast Park West Trail](https://itssandiego.com/streams/mast-park-and-mast-park-west-trail/): Mast Park in Santee: 2 miles of lighted trails, off-leash dog park, disc golf, playground and the Mast Park West Trail open dawn to dusk.
- [Mt. Gower County Preserve Stream Guide](https://itssandiego.com/streams/mt-gower-county-preserve/): Mt. Gower County Preserve near Ramona: 1,574 acres, 8 miles of multi-use trails, occasional streams, open 8 a.m. to sunset and closed in August.
- [Otay Valley Regional Park Stream Guide](https://itssandiego.com/streams/otay-valley-regional-park/): Otay Valley Regional Park: 8.3 miles of non-motorized multi-use trails, seven staging areas and seven ponds, open sunrise to sunset daily.
- [Palomar Mountain State Park Doane Valley](https://itssandiego.com/streams/palomar-mountain-state-park-doane-valley/): Palomar Mountain State Park: stocked Doane Pond, a request not to fish the creeks below it, $10 day use, 8 a.m. to sunset, dogs on set routes.
- [San Dieguito River Park](https://itssandiego.com/streams/san-dieguito-river-park/): San Dieguito River Park: a 55-mile greenway from Del Mar to Volcan Mountain. Fishing only at named spots, leashed pets, no night use or camping.
- [Santa Margarita County Preserve Stream Guide](https://itssandiego.com/streams/santa-margarita-county-preserve/): Santa Margarita County Preserve in Fallbrook: 221-acre river corridor, two miles of non-motorized trails, open daily. Fishing is not allowed.
- [Santa Ysabel County Preserves Stream Guide](https://itssandiego.com/streams/santa-ysabel-county-preserves/): Santa Ysabel County Preserves near Julian: 4,600 acres, 15+ miles of trails, 8 a.m. to sunset, no camping, and the county's creek safety warning.
- [Stream Fishing Rules and Creek Safety](https://itssandiego.com/streams/stream-fishing-rules-and-creek-safety/): San Diego County creek and river guide: CDFW license age, Southern District rules, which waters are stocked, local no-fishing rules and flood safety.
- [Wilderness Gardens County Preserve Stream Guide](https://itssandiego.com/streams/wilderness-gardens-county-preserve/): Wilderness Gardens County Preserve in Pala: 737 acres in the San Luis Rey River watershed, 4+ miles of trails, $5 parking, closed Wednesdays.
- [Tent Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/): Tent camping in San Diego County: state, County, national forest, BLM and lake campgrounds with fees, booking and fire rules, read October 23, 2026.
- [Agua Caliente County Park Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/agua-caliente-county-park-camping/): Agua Caliente County Park camping near Anza-Borrego: tent and hookup sites, seven cabins, geothermal pools, open Labor Day weekend to Memorial Day.
- [Anza-Borrego Backcountry Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/anza-borrego-backcountry-camping/): Anza-Borrego backcountry camping rules from the park page and 2019 superintendent's order: eight primitive camps, one car length off road, 30 days a year.
- [Ataxam Mamta’ash Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/ataxam-mamtaash-campground/): Atáxam Mámta’ash Campground near Warner Springs: 17 sites at $12 a night on the Pacific Crest Trail, vault toilet, no water, tentative season.
- [Borrego Palm Canyon Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/borrego-palm-canyon-campground/): Borrego Palm Canyon Campground in Anza-Borrego: tent sites $35, reservations October 1 to April 30, six-month booking window, advisories read October 2026.
- [Boulder Oaks Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/boulder-oaks-campground/): Boulder Oaks Campground near Pine Valley: 24 campsites, 17 horse stables, $20 single and $5 walk-in sites, vault toilet, Pacific Crest Trail access.
- [Bow Willow, Mountain Palm Springs and Fish Creek](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/southern-anza-borrego-camps/): Bow Willow, Mountain Palm Springs and Fish Creek camps in Anza-Borrego: $20 a night each, dirt-road access, and what the park page does not say.
- [Burnt Rancheria Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/burnt-rancheria-campground/): Burnt Rancheria Campground in the Laguna Mountains: $35 a night, 6,000 feet, recreation.gov booking, Pacific Crest Trail access and fire order notes.
- [Cibbets Flat Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/cibbets-flat-campground/): Cibbets Flat Campground in Cleveland National Forest: 24 first-come, first-served sites, $20 single and $40 double, vault toilet, potable water.
- [Cleveland National Forest Backcountry Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/cleveland-national-forest-backcountry-camping/): Cleveland National Forest remote camping rules: permits by district, the 14-day limit under Order 02-26-11, and no wood or charcoal fires outside camps.
- [Cleveland National Forest Group Campgrounds](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/cleveland-national-forest-group-campgrounds/): Cleveland National Forest group campgrounds: Crestline $75, Horse Heaven from $60, Wooded Hill $110, El Prado five sites. Seasons and booking.
- [Dixon Lake Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/dixon-lake-camping/): Dixon Lake camping in Escondido: regular sites $30, deluxe hookup sites $50, book up to 90 days ahead, 14-night limit, charcoal fires only.
- [Doane Valley Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/doane-valley-campground/): Doane Valley Campground at Palomar Mountain State Park: 31 sites, $40 a night, reservations April to November, oak firewood banned. Checked October 2026.
- [Dos Picos County Park Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/dos-picos-county-park-camping/): Dos Picos County Park camping near Ramona: tent spots, partial-hookup RV sites, six ADA cabins, coin showers, and the playground work noted October 2026.
- [Fry Creek Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/fry-creek-campground/): Fry Creek Campground on Palomar Mountain: 20 sites at $15 a night, vault toilet, no trailers, Boil Water Advisory read October 23, 2026.
- [Green Valley Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/green-valley-campground/): Green Valley Campground in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park: 81 creekside sites at 4,000 feet, $40 a night, plus Granite Springs and Arroyo Seco camps.
- [Guajome Regional Park Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/guajome-regional-park-camping/): Guajome Regional Park camping in Oceanside: 33 tent and RV campsites, a caravan pavilion, rustic cabin, two fishing ponds and about 4.5 miles of trails.
- [Jacumba Wilderness Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/jacumba-wilderness-camping/): Jacumba Wilderness camping: 31,357 BLM acres off I-8 at In-Ko-Pah Park. Camping is listed, no limit stated, and Stage II fire rules apply.
- [Laguna Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/laguna-campground/): Laguna Campground in the Laguna Mountains: five loops, open year round, $35 a night, flush toilets, coin showers, fenced Laguna skipper habitat.
- [Lake Cuyamaca Tent Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/lake-cuyamaca-tent-camping/): Lake Cuyamaca tent camping: three tent areas at 4,600 feet, $35 Sunday to Thursday and $40 Friday and Saturday, no wood fires, Campspot booking.
- [Lake Morena County Park Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/lake-morena-county-park-camping/): Lake Morena County Park camping near Campo: 86 campsites and group sites, 10 cabins, 8 miles of trails, County booking and fishing permit fees.
- [Oak Grove Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/oak-grove-campground/): Oak Grove Campground in Cleveland National Forest: 64 sites including 11 doubles, $15 single and $30 double, flush and vault toilets, potable water.
- [Observatory Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/observatory-campground/): Observatory Campground on Palomar Mountain: 42 sites, fee listed as $20 and $15, Boil Water Advisory and closed showers read October 23, 2026.
- [Otay Mountain Wilderness Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/otay-mountain-wilderness-camping/): Otay Mountain Wilderness camping: 16,885 acres of BLM land near the border, 14-day limit, move 25 miles, and Stage II no-open-fire rules.
- [Paso Picacho Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/paso-picacho-campground/): Paso Picacho Campground in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park: 85 sites, $40 a night, cabins, reservations April to November, fire rules read October 2026.
- [Potrero County Park Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/potrero-county-park-camping/): Potrero County Park camping: 37 campsites for tent, RV and group camping, two wilderness cabins, hot showers, ball field and trails. Booking by County.
- [Santee Lakes Tent Sites](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/santee-lakes-tent-sites/): Santee Lakes tent camping: 15 tent sites, one tent and six people per site, up to three dogs, campfire rules. Tell staff you are tenting when you book.
- [Sheep Canyon Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/sheep-canyon-campground/): Sheep Canyon Campground in Coyote Canyon, Anza-Borrego: $20 a night, open October to May, with the Coyote Canyon road closure read October 23, 2026.
- [South Carlsbad State Beach Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/south-carlsbad-state-beach-campground/): South Carlsbad State Beach Campground: bluff-top tent sites at $50 inland and $70 ocean, 7-night peak-season limit, beach stairs, dog and fire rules.
- [Sweetwater Summit Regional Park Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/sweetwater-summit-regional-park-camping/): Sweetwater Summit Regional Park camping in Bonita: 112 campsites for tents, trailers and RVs, coin showers, amphitheater, 15 miles of trails.
- [Tamarisk Grove Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/tamarisk-grove-campground/): Tamarisk Grove Campground in Anza-Borrego: tent sites $35, cabins $70, open October 1 to May 31. The park advisory box listed it on October 23, 2026.
- [Tent Camping Rules, Fire and Permits](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/tent-camping-rules-fire-and-permits/): San Diego tent camping rules read October 23, 2026: Cleveland National Forest fire order, 14-day cap, BLM Stage II, state and County booking.
- [Tijuana River Valley Campground](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/tijuana-river-valley-campground/): Tijuana River Valley Regional Park campground: 10 yurts and sites 1-13 reservable at last County notice, partial reopening, and the County health page.
- [Vallecito County Park Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/vallecito-county-park-camping/): Vallecito County Park camping: 44 primitive campsites with tables and fire rings, eight equestrian sites, open Labor Day weekend to late May.
- [William Heise County Park Camping](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping/william-heise-county-park-camping/): William Heise County Park camping near Julian: 929 acres at 4,200 feet, tent sites, group tent area, cabins, coin showers and about 11 miles of trails.
- [Tent Camping Events](https://itssandiego.com/tent-camping-events/): No dated tent camping events were found on agency pages for San Diego County; booking windows and seasons are covered on each campground page.

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