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Melba Bishop Park & Center in Oceanside has a playground. It features a walking-hiking trail, a large grassy area, ball fields, a full-court basketball court, tennis court, a skate park, and a recreation center. It has restrooms. Address: 5306 North River Road, Oceanside, CA 92057 Reservation Contact Information: First come, first serve unless you have …
Scott Valley Park in Encinitas is a little neighborhood park with a play structure, two half-court basketball courts, and a sand volleyball court. There isn’t a parking lot and there are no bathrooms. Address: 1602 Willowhaven Road, Encinitas, CA 92024 Reservation Contact Information: Cannot be reserved Park Capacity: not known Size: 1.9 acres
University Village in UTC recently added playground equipment (2017) to the grassy area park. It does not have restrooms. Address: 7150 Florey Street, San Diego, CA 92122 Reservation Contact Information: 858-552-1652 Park Capacity: 150 Size: 3.15 acres
Buccaneer Beach Park in Oceanside has a playground and restrooms. You can walk to the beach from this park! Address: 1506 South Pacific Street, Oceanside, CA 92054 Reservation Contact Information: First come, first serve unless you have more than 50 people. (760) 435-5041 Park Capacity: not known Size: 6.1 acres
Cottonwood Creek Park in Encinitas is such a great park! It has a cool climbing rock and a creek. The park cannot be reserved (and no bounce houses). There are restrooms. It features a walking-hiking trail, a large grassy area, two half-court basketball courts, and tennis court. Address: 95 N. Vulcan, Encinitas, CA 92024 Reservation …
Hidden Canyon Community Park in Carlsbad has a playground. It features a walking-hiking trail, and a large grassy area. It has restrooms. Address: 2685 Vancouver Street, Carlsbad, CA 92010 Reservation Contact Information: Call to reserve: 760-602-7510 $41/hr with 2 hr minimum Park Capacity: not known Size: 22 acres
Leo Carrillo Ranch Historical Park is a former working ranch, once owned by actor Leo Carrillo. It’s a popular spot for weddings. It has peacocks! Address: 6200 Flying Lc Lane, Carlsbad, CA 92009 Reservation Contact Information: https://leocarrilloranchweddings.com/ Park Capacity: not known Size: 27 acres
Mildred MacPherson Park in Encinitas is a neighborhood gem! Kids can enjoy the playground (lots to climb!), tot lot and baby swings. Adults might enjoy the half basketball court and picnic tables. Kids, adults and pups will all enjoy the lovely grassy area. It does not have restrooms. Address: 1045 S Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA …
Seagrove Park is a nice spot for a picnic or wedding ceremony. There isn’t a playground, and the closest restrooms are at nearby Powerhouse park – but the views are spectacular. Address: 15th Street and Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 Reservation Contact Information: https://www.delmar.ca.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/Seagrove-Park-2 Park Capacity: not known Size: 2.3 acres
UTC Playground and Splash Pad in San Diego has lots of fun stuff for kids! In addition to great stores (Lego Store, Geppetto’s) and lots of great dining options, there is a giant play structure in the shape of a fish and a splash pad. It has restrooms, including a family restroom. Address: 4545 La …
