Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Del Mar Heights

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Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Del Mar Heights

Torrey Pines State Reserve
Torrey Pines State Reserve
4.8 (11036 ratings)4.5 (3514 ratings)
Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.
12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksParkState parkNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
4.7 (17303 ratings)4.5 (3695 ratings)
Visitor tours of a 1,800-acre wildlife sanctuary with over 300 species of African & Asian animals.
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA 92027, USA
ZooZoos & AquariumsAnimal protection organizationWildlife refugeNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by San Diego Travel Blog
San Diego's Hottest Neighborhoods: Escondido
"Where: 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd.Transport yourself to the savannah quicker than you can say “Look at that leaping lemur!. ” Sidle up to giraffes, rhinos, and antelopes on the Africa Tram. Track Sumatran tigers on the three-exhibit Tiger Trail."
Mentioned by Daytrippen.com
Escondido Day Trip Top Ten Things To Do
"Escondido’s best-known attraction is Safari Park, the sister park to the San Diego Zoo. The Safari Park is 1800-plus acres of exotic animals and botanical gardens galore, carved out of the hills just outside Escondido."
Batiquitos Lagoon
Batiquitos Lagoon
4.7 (53 ratings)4.5 (184 ratings)
Scenic, protected coastal wetland with a nature center & 2-mile hiking trail with guided walks.
California, USA
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Mentioned by 10Best
Beachy Carlsbad Offers Up Much More than Awesome Theme Parks
"It's not stunning skyline views you'll find here at Bartiquitos Lagoon, but great views of a different sort: endangered birds that occupy the tranquil lagoons situated near the hustle and bustle of San Diego. Located between Carlsbad and Encinitas and identified as one of the few remaining tidal wetlands in southern California, the area is perfect for hiking and provides outstanding opportunities for bird watching. Interpretive signs along the trails assist with identifying these rare birds."
Mentioned by Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Beginner Hikes in San Diego
"Hikers at Batiquitos can look forward to a low-elevation, wetland walk on a 3.25-mile trail that winds through a park-like environment. If you go, you’ll encounter lots of families, dog walkers, and more than a few bird watchers. Owls, ducks, swans and other water-loving birds make Batiquitos their home in large numbers."
Mentioned by Hidden San Diego
9 HIDDEN GEMS OF CARLSBAD
"The nature center offers an educational insight into the lagoon with plant and animal information. Make sure to pick up a pamphlet at the center to help you identify different plants on your walk!. We found a tunnel for those of you into that thing."
Daley Ranch
Daley Ranch
4.7 (989 ratings)4 (42 ratings)
Conservation area featuring 20+ miles of trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding, plus views.
3024 La Honda Dr, Escondido, CA 92027, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails
Mentioned by Acura of Escondido
Best Parks in Escondido, CA
"After taking in some of the best restaurants in Escondido or best brunch spots in Carlsbad, head to Daley Ranch to walk off what you just ate. With over 3,000 miles of conservation area to explore, you can enjoy the natural vegetation, oak woodlands, grasslands, and more. And if you’re interested in some history, there are plenty of old buildings to explore on the property too."
Mentioned by Travel Lens
15 Best Things to Do in Escondido
"Daley Ranch was established in 1996 and covers a ground area measuring 3058 acres. The Ranch has been used as a conservation area for protecting and housing various species of animals and plants which are considered endangered in the area. The ranch is also home to a wide range of regional plant species that are not found at other places in the world."
Mentioned by Trip101
15 Best Things To Do In Escondido, CA
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Downtowngal used under CC BY-SA 3.0. A great way to explore true southwestern California, the way you’re supposed to, Daley Ranch has fresh air and rustic ambiance in a gorgeous location. The hiking trails are lovely, offering breathtaking views over Escondido ranch land."
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center
4.6 (307 ratings)4.5 (67 ratings)
Nature reserve with 7 miles of trails plus a visitor center with exhibits overlooking the lagoon.
2710 Manchester Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Kit Carson Park
Kit Carson Park
4.6 (2024 ratings)4.5 (29 ratings)
Park with many hiking trails, 3 ponds & several sports fields, plus a 5-acre arboretum.
3333 Bear Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025, USA
ParkFun & GamesDisc golf coursePlaygroundsGardensNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails
Mentioned by lyft.com
Top 7 Most Visited Parks in Escondido
"The park was named after Christopher (Kit) Carson, the famous scout who guided Captain John C. Fremont over the Sierra Nevada Mountains during a government exploration expedition. The City of Escondido acquired the land for its largest regional park from the City of San Diego in 1967. Address:3333 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025"
Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve
Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve
4.7 (437 ratings)4.5 (44 ratings)
Preserve (name means "little cliffs") has trails across 3,500+ acres of Peñasquitos & Lopez canyons.
12020 Black Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92129, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksCanyonsNature & Wildlife AreasState Parks
Mentioned by Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Beginner Hikes in San Diego
"Los Peñasquitos (“little cliffs”) is a great beginners’ trail for those who want to enjoy mountain-feel views without having to hire an expedition crew. There are two approaches (east and west), and the trailheads offer a trek of either 6.5, or 5.5 miles, respectively. The terrain is gradual and level, but the trails are surrounded by the sort of views that gave the area its name: scenic rocky outcroppings, and stony formations that ripple with rubble."
Lindo Lake County Park
Lindo Lake County Park
4.4 (1223 ratings)4 (31 ratings)
12660 Lindo Ln, Lakeside, CA 92040, USA
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasBodies of Water
Mt. Helix Park
Mt. Helix Park
4.8 (1211 ratings)4.5 (128 ratings)
High point offering views of San Diego, with a large amphitheater hosting plays, lectures & events.
4905 Mt Helix Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941, USA
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas

Best Donuts in Del Mar Heights

Super Donut
Super Donut
4.6 (175 ratings)
590 Grand Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
Donut shop
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme
4.4 (247 ratings)
Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks.
2325 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
Donut shopCoffee shopDessert shopFast food restaurant

Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Del Mar Heights

The Map & Atlas Museum of La Jolla
The Map & Atlas Museum of La Jolla
4.8 (38 ratings)5 (41 ratings)
7825 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Art museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
The San Diego Museum of Art
The San Diego Museum of Art
4.6 (1368 ratings)4 (258 ratings)
Venerable art museum with acclaimed works, plus a courtyard bar/bistro with sculpture garden views.
1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92102, USA
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Mentioned by TheTopTours
7 Popular Museums and Galleries in San Diego (2021)
"Balboa Park is home to several San Diegan museums, and the Museum of Art is another magnificence you can visit here. With hosting over half a million visitors every year, this oldest and largest art museum in the region is noted as one of the best museums in San Diego. It has been in operations from the year 1926, exhibiting the most comprehensive art collection anywhere in San Diego."
Mentioned by San Diego 5 days itinerary
5-Day Best of San Diego Itinerary
"Your first stop for an afternoon of museum-hopping is to peruse the minor masterpieces at the San Diego Museum of Art. Study humankind at the San Diego Museum of Man, marvel at aeronautic engineering in the San Diego Air and Space Museum, then catch your breath in the Botanical Building."
Mentioned by San Diego 3 days itinerary
3 Days in San Diego Itinerary – What to See and Do
"The Natural History Museum, the Museum of Man and the Museum of Art are three of the other most popular museums. (And, no, I’ve not missed San Diego Zoo – see my thoughts on the zoo and Sea World below)."
Mingei International Museum
Mingei International Museum
4.6 (170 ratings)4.5 (113 ratings)
Museum located in a historic building showcases folk art, craft & design from all over the globe.
Balboa Park, Plaza de Panama, 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Mentioned by TripSavvy
The Best Museums in San Diego, From Folk Art to Military Aircraft
"Established in 1978, Mingei International Museum is a non-profit public institution that was established in 1978. Located in Balboa Park, the museum houses a variety of art forms from cultures all around the world, both past, and present. It includes nearly 20,000 artistic objects and artifacts from over 140 countries and focuses on folk art, craft, and design."

Best Nightlife in Del Mar Heights

Little Miss Brewing - East Village
Little Miss Brewing - East Village
4.7 (107 ratings)
545 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Bar
Sierra Madre Cantina
Sierra Madre Cantina
4.1 (474 ratings)
Mexican fare & cocktails served in a relaxed setting with booth seating & flat-screen TVs.
329 W Felicita Ave, Escondido, CA 92025, USA
Mexican restaurantBarCatering food and drink supplierTaco restaurant
Fernside
Fernside
4.6 (138 ratings)
1946 Fern St, San Diego, CA 92102, USA
BarRestaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Del Mar Heights

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