Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Hillcrest

We've collected top 10 mentioned nature and wildlife areas in Hillcrest from other articles such as Culture Trip, Busy Tourist, Tripadvisor's Top Things to Do.

Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Hillcrest

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 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
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve
4.5 (453 ratings)4.5 (46 ratings)
Coastal preserve with a beach, marshes & wildlife, plus a visitor center with trail maps.
301 Caspian Way, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
National reserveSights & LandmarksParkEducational sitesNature & Wildlife AreasBodies of Water
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
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"Located in the southwest corner of San Diego, the Tijuana Estuary is a wetlands area with beach, dune, mudflat, salt marsh, riparian, coastal sage scrub, and upland habitats that are free to explore. Start at the Visitor Center to learn about the trails, flora and fauna (many are rare or endangered), and various things to do during your visit. Kids can earn junior rangers here and they offer a variety of environmental education resources online."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
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"At the southernmost tip of San Diego is one of the most serene places that few people know about. Where the Tijuana River meets the sea is where you’ll find the Tijuana Slough with over 2,000 acres of wetlands. Over 370 bird species have been observed there with 5 of them being endangered species that are regularly seen."
Mentioned by snappr.com
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"Way down in sometimes-forgotten Imperial Beach is found a favorite landscape for many people in San Diego. This Tijuana Estuary is connected to some couple of parks. You are going to find amazing places such as Tijuana River County Open Space Reserve and Border Field State Park."
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
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"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

Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Hillcrest

Spreckels Organ Pavilion
Spreckels Organ Pavilion
4.7 (698 ratings)4.5 (311 ratings)
Home to the world's largest outdoor pipe organ, this venue hosts year-round concerts & other events.
2125 Pan American Rd E, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Event venueConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in San Diego
"The 2,400-bench-seat pavilion, dedicated in 1915 by sugar magnates John D. and Adolph B. Spreckels, holds the 4,518-pipe Spreckels Organ,…"
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
4.4 (7 ratings)4.5 (7 ratings)
Library devoted to music & art-book collections, with a school of the arts for concerts & classes.
1008 Wall St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
LibraryConcerts & ShowsArt schoolTheaters
Balboa Theatre
Balboa Theatre
4.7 (1075 ratings)4.5 (46 ratings)
Restored 1924 movie palace presents concerts, plays & other live performances in 1,300-seat theater.
868 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters

Top Best American Restaurants in Hillcrest

Del's Hideout
Del's Hideout
4.5 (512 ratings)
5351 Adobe Falls Rd, San Diego, CA 92120, USA
Barbecue restaurantAmerican restaurantCatererTakeout Restaurant
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
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"There's a cool kid play area (for ages 10 and younger) that keeps the littles busy while you eat Texas-style BBQ from rotisserie chicken to baby back ribs. You can sit and have your pick of over 36 beers on tap while your sidekick plays nearby. Also, you'll find a kids menu, communal seating, and arcade games."
Firehouse American Eatery & Lounge
Firehouse American Eatery & Lounge
4.1 (754 ratings)
American eats & clever cocktails, plus an upstairs, outdoor patio with DJs & club vibe after dark.
722 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
American restaurantBarBar & grillLoungeRestaurant
Mentioned by Trip101
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"A post shared by Nina Jacobson (@cr1snina) on Aug 20, 2013 at 9:50am PDT. Firehouse American Eatery & Lounge is a local legend in San Diego, having excellent natural lighting accompanied by great architecture for the best beach views. Even the entrance will enthrall the visitors with its Japanese shou sugi ban wood."
Cody's La Jolla
Cody's La Jolla
4.5 (886 ratings)
Buzzy brunch & lunch spot with clever comfort food, ocean views & a patio known for people-watching.
1025 Prospect St #210, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
American restaurantBreakfast restaurantRestaurant

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Hillcrest

Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood
Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood
4.4 (1371 ratings)
Fine-dining eatery pairs steak & seafood with an extensive wine list in a smart, multilevel space.
658 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Steak houseAmerican restaurantFrench steakhouse restaurantGluten-free restaurantSeafood restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Northside Shack - North Park
Northside Shack - North Park
4.7 (27 ratings)
3773 30th St UNIT H, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Juice shopBreakfast restaurantCafeCoffee shopFruit parlorHealth food restaurantLunch restaurantSalad shopVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
The Joint - Award Winning Sushi-Tapas-Craft Beer-Wine-Sake
The Joint - Award Winning Sushi-Tapas-Craft Beer-Wine-Sake
4.5 (772 ratings)
Diverse small plates & sushi are offered with wine & a long list of beers in a warm, funky setting.
4902 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107, USA
RestaurantBrunch restaurantFusion restaurantGastropubSeafood restaurantSteak houseSushi restaurantTapas barVegetarian restaurantWine bar

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