Best places: Picnic grounds in San Diego

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Whitewater Preserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 This place is great for all ages. First, its easy to find as the only road there ends at the preserve. Be aware that there is very limited parking so get there early. There are a few manmade ponds that are very clean and next to them are many picnic benches to enjoy a meal at. There is zero food to...
4.80 (1.3K reviews) (~148.96 km from centre)
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South Coast Botanic Garden
Botanical garden
Former landfill transformed into a botanical garden with themed areas, a koi pond & a peaceful vibe.
4.70 (1.9K reviews) (~161.9 km from centre)
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Ricardo Breceda's Art Gallery
Art gallery
👍 We noticed some huge sheet metal sculptures from the highway, and decided to check it out. There is a $10 fee to enter the sculpture garden, but in exchange you get a small artwork to take with you, or a credit toward the purchase of a larger piece. There are works by seven different artists displa...
4.80 (534 reviews) (~85.04 km from centre)
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Garfield Park
City park
A city park space with tennis courts, a looped path, a playground & meditative garden space.
4.70 (1.1K reviews) (~180.36 km from centre)
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Top of Topanga Overlook
Scenic spot
👍👍 A nice place to watch the Sunset overlooking Topanga and Woodland Hills. Perfect for people who simply want to get some fresh air and be away from the city. A lot of people here before dark so finding a parking spot is a little difficult. Pets are welcome but please be responsible to pickup after yo...
4.70 (993 reviews) (~206.94 km from centre)
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Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park
Park
This sizable tract of urban wildland features a large network of trails & dramatic views.
4.70 (896 reviews) (~203.39 km from centre)
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Mount Woodson Trailhead. West approach from Lake Poway Park.
Hiking area
Challenging 6.4-mile roundtrip hike offers unusual rock formations & views of downtown & the ocean.
4.70 (587 reviews) (~35.07 km from centre)
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Cheeseboro & Palo Comado Canyon
Hiking area
Simi Hills park spanning over 4,000 acres, with hiking trails & wildlife in historic ranching area.
4.80 (335 reviews) (~217.07 km from centre)
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Mission Oaks Park
Park
👍 Stopped by Mission Oaks Park and enjoyed walking through the park and also taking the adjacent trails. It was a beautiful day, and so many people were out enjoying the fresh air and outdoors. We had a great time and, after a few hours, decided to head to lunch. Recommended
4.70 (529 reviews) (~239.01 km from centre)
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Mineral Wells Picnic Area
Picnic ground
👍👍 I absolutely love this spot. Normally it is quite empty, ideal for this era we live in. We go there to do picnics, just lay down, or do some exercise in nature. They have tons of parking spots around the park and it is easy to get to. Give it a try but please don't litter! Stay safe everyone
4.80 (292 reviews) (~190.47 km from centre)
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Crystal Springs Picnic Area
Picnic ground
This park with plenty of shade offers picnic tables, BBQ pits, a playground & a baseball diamond.
4.60 (1K reviews) (~188.28 km from centre)
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Calamigos Ranch
Event venue
😠 First of all, great place for a wedding or event, but that’s all! They raise your prices without notice, they change their policies base on however they want to do it. They delay your final invoice for weeks so that you’ll have no choice but to agree to their terms. They provide you with a different...
4.60 (752 reviews) (~216.69 km from centre)
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Juniper Point Picnic Area
Picnic ground
Day-use site on Big Bear Lake offering shaded picnic tables & access to the Alpine Pedal Path.
4.70 (367 reviews) (~173.43 km from centre)
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Quail Springs Picnic Area
Picnic ground
4.70 (359 reviews) (~172.23 km from centre)
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Lake Fulmor Day Use Area
Picnic ground
👍👍 Loved my experience at this lake. It's beautiful and teeming with life. Sitting at the waters edge, watching the birds and dragon flies dance and skim the water, was far more exciting than any fireworks in the city. On the way out, a Southern Alligator Lizard crossed our path. Speaking from experien...
4.60 (664 reviews) (~125.96 km from centre)
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El Dorado Park West
Park
Expansive green space with a golf course, tennis & volleyball courts, picnic areas & a duck pond
4.50 (1.9K reviews) (~148.98 km from centre)
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Old LA Zoo Picnic Area
Picnic ground
👍👍 This is a huge recreation park. You can have a picnic with your family and friends, wander around the old zoo along the path. You can also hike along the trails and enjoy the views.
4.70 (304 reviews) (~189 km from centre)
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Desert View Picnic Area - Pacific Crest Trail
Picnic ground
👍👍 A beautiful area with a beautiful scenic view is what you get in this area, plus plenty of ground to play on. There is no better area than this in our San Diego mountains. Just a bit of a warning; bring snow chains during certain seasons. Yes, it's like, really?? I know that!! Well, some people do n...
4.80 (191 reviews) (~71.94 km from centre)
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Aspen Glen Picnic Area
Picnic ground
Tree-shaded area in San Bernardino National Forest with picnic tables, BBQs & a community fire ring.
4.60 (399 reviews) (~170.22 km from centre)
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Bette Davis Picnic Area
Picnic ground
Named for former neighbor Bette Davis, this bit of Griffith Park offers picnic tables & river views.
4.60 (384 reviews) (~191.68 km from centre)
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