Mission
Bay Park San Diego
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Mission
Bay San Diego is located just minutes from downtown San Diego,
Pacific Beach and the majestic bluffs and caves of La Jolla.
Mission Bay is a 4000-acre manmade aquatic park developed from
a tidal marsh where the San Diego River drains into the Pacific
Ocean. The area has 27 miles of sandy beaches where swimmers
and sunbathers can take advantage of the warm water, calm surf
conditions and the most pleasant weather in the country. Whether
it's day camping on Fiesta Island, observing the many species
of birds, fish, and other animals at the Crown Point Nature
Reserve, walking or riding along the many miles of bike paths
skirting the bay, or simply picnicking in the park, visitors
can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities for all ages. Mission
Bay is close to several major San Diego area attractions and
is adjacent to Sea
World San Diego, the animal theme park that attracts many
visitors to San Diego every year. The entire family can spend
the day watching whales, dolphins and many other sea creatures
put on a show you won't soon forget. Another family friendly
attraction located within a short walk of the bay is Belmont
Park, a historic oceanfront amusement park that features
the Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and several other classic and
modern carnival rides.
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Visitors to Mission
Bay San Diego enjoy a variety of recreational activities including
water skiing, jet skiing, kayaking, sailing, or a bike ride along
the beach path, stopping along the way to rest and soak in the
views of the Pacific Ocean. Bike and watercraft rentals are available
in Pacific Beach as well as a few of the surrounding hotels. For
those that want to take in the area’s many historic and
cultural attractions, Old Town
San Diego is only a five-minute drive and it's there that
you'll find the flavor of Mexico more than any other place in
San Diego. Historic buildings and museums help tell the story
of early settlers to the region and some of San Diego's best Mexican
restaurants help you get a true taste of the culture. There are
six resort
style lodging accommodations on Mission Bay, all with the
feel of a true luxury tropical island resort, with towering palm
trees and a colorful landscapes that let escape for a weekend
or vacation.
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To
reach Mission Bay from the north or south, take Interstate 5 to
the exit for East Mission Bay Drive, Grand Avenue, Clairemont
Drive, or Sea World Drive. Most of Mission Bay Park’s
swimming beaches have rest rooms with showers and seasonal lifeguards.
By Matthew Martz |
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