This park was ok but there are others that we prefer to return to. My main gripe is that there's a…read moresand area but the sand doesn't seem to be contained to just the sand area - so it may not be frequently maintained/cleaned. Also the playground itself is one structure and smaller compared to other places.

Kind of hard to find if you don't live in the area. Very local tiny park/dog park/playground…read morebetween two streets. I like the design of the play structure, its looks pretty new and has a good rubber floor. There are baby swings and a regular type swings. Not too much shade. On the other side, there is a small park with green grass where i saw a few people walking their dogs. No restrooms. Could be dangerous for small kids because they can run into the street.

We've been playing Co-Ed adult softball on the fields at Ocean Air rec center for years. Overall…read moreit's a nice park that feels safe even after dark. The fields have a lot of gopher holes so you have to watch out to avoid tripping. There's basketball courts and a nice kids playground but the bathrooms are pretty run down even for a public park. Convenient location in Carmel Valley but could use some TLC especially in this neighborhood. P

This Ocean Air Community Park and Recreation Center is truly fantastic. Every week, they arrange…read moredifferent indoor activities, and all facilities are free to use--including badminton, pickleball, basketball, taekwondo, and more. There's also an outdoor play area for kids and a large park. If you love sports, you definitely shouldn't miss this place!

I've been swimming laps in San Diego for 4 years, and I have just now discovered the wonderful…read moreoutdoor public pools! I first saw that there was one in Balboa Park (which is currently still under winter maintenance), and upon some further research have discovered there are ~15 pools around San Diego with lap lane hours during the week and weekends, with a drop in rate of $4 per day! I've suffered through so many swims at the indoor pool at 24 hour fitness, not knowing there were these available to me! Specifically regarding the pool at Carmel Valley Rec Center. I came on a weekday evening (5:30pm) in May. So I assume things may change in the summer. But I had a lovely experience! The outside of the Rec center, and parking area is much nicer than some of the other rec centers around San Diego I've visited. I paid my $4 entry fee and went through the locker room. Of note, there are no lockers at this pool (there are at some of the others), however I also felt much safer leaving my bag out on a chair at this one than some of the others, there are showers. The water was warm enough, but not too warm during my laps. I swam for 45 minutes and had the whole lane to myself the entire time. It looks like there's a big slide that goes into the pool (that wasn't open while I was there), as well as a cute play area for kids that's right next to the pool.

This place was comically bad for kids. If you've ever seen the old SNL Jim Carey hot tub lifeguard…read moreskit, this was our exact without exaggerating experience. There was like 8 kids there total.. and the lifeguards keep screaming at the kids on their bullhorns. Direct quote: "no holding your breath underwater, it could be mistaken for drowning" The majority of the pool was laned off for lap swimming during the 1.5hrs that the pool was open for free swimming. The only reason to go here is to giggle at this real life SNL sketch being acted out. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_d2XfUXn0kY&ra=m

We rented Hoop San Diego's mobile basketball hoop truck for our son's birthday party, and it was a…read moretotal hit! The kids had an absolute blast -- it was such a fun way to get them off their devices and outside playing together. Scott was amazing from start to finish -- super friendly, helpful, and made the whole rental process so easy. You can really tell he cares about making it a great experience. I'll definitely be recommending Hoop San Diego to all our friends and family. Such a fun and unique party idea!

From the owner: Our custom-built trailer features multiple basketball games, perfect for kids, teens, and adults…read more It's a slam dunk for birthday parties, block parties, corporate events, or any gathering that needs a boost of fun! Why Choose Hoop San Diego? • Interactive and exciting basketball games • Perfect for all ages • Hassle-free setup and breakdown • Guaranteed to make your event the talk of the town • Book today and score big with Hoop Contact us now to reserve your date. Let’s make your next event a game-changer!

Overview: Nice, large facility, tope rope and bouldering, corporate atmosphere…read more ---- Mesa Rim is one of the bigger climbing gyms in San Diego, offering both top roping and bouldering. They also have another location in Mission Valley. The front desk staff were polite and efficient, but the interactions felt a bit corporate rather than a genuinely warm welcome. Sign the waiver before you arrive to make things go faster! ---- There's a LOT of amenities here for climbing, fitness, and yoga. They even have a ping pong table and sauna! I really love their website where you can take a virtual tour of their gym, allows you to see the layout of their massive gym. - Strength training area near the front entrance has all the equipment that you'd expect from a full gym including both free weights and cable machines - The cardio area upstairs has treadmills, ellipticals, rowing machine - Ping Pong table located upstairs near the cardio area! ---- There are several different bouldering sections with a variety of routes. When it's busy, the cave bouldering section can be a bit crowded because of their small seating area there. The other sections seem to have enough space though. I would not reccomend this gym for beginners or first time climbers, a lot of the beginner routes are discouraging for true beginners. I came with some friends who were somewhat familiar to climbing and they were saying that the V0s are a bit tough to do. Besides the V0s, the grading is on par with Grotto. I haven't top roped here so I can't speak on that but the area seems to be quite large as well. ---- Something I really appreciate is that they offer free entry days and rentals for anyone a couple of times a year! - API celebration in May - Pride celebration in June Keep an eye out for these days on their upcoming events or their social media if you want to try out this gym or if you want to bring your friends for free! Day passes are $31 and monthly memberships are $110 (+ $100 intimation fee). They have other rates on their website for prepaid options and punch passes. A little thing that I also really like is that they have a suggestion box if you have anything you want to say. ---- Overall: Huge gym, amazing facilities and amenities, nice staff but didn't feel genuinely welcoming, look for the free entry and rental days to try this gym out

Fitness gurus and weekend warriors rejoice! Mesa Rim (San Diego) will make you feel like a…read morebad-arse and then humbly remind you who's in charge. If you know me I always love a challenge! (see back muscle pics LOL) Haven't been to indoor rock climbing in a minute but this location is what got me started. This is one of the bigger climbing gyms in San Diego with tons of wall space for both top rope and bouldering. First timer or seasonal climber, you'll fit right in. The staff are awesome - helpful, motivating, and great at walking you through the basics. We opted for belaying lessons and I recommend that for first-timers! The front desk was polite and efficient but may be a bit corporate than warm. Tip: sign the waiver before you arrive. The gym is clean, routes are reset often, and there's a slab wall full gym, sauna plus a small shop with gear and snacks. They also have a Mission Valley location closer to my work! Tempted to check that one out! Overall: 4 stars - solid climbing, great workouts, even yoga, and good vibes. I'd recommend a membership if you really want to commit. They have several options on their website. HSA/FSA eligible too! Great for a group event and birthday outing in my opinion! Just be ready to get humbled (and sore).

Hired Party Pop for my 14 yr olds birthday party. Had around 10 kids play nerf war in the back…read moreyard, obstacles were included which made it more fun for the kids....even had a referee to set up each game!! Definitely Recommend Party Pop!!

Our son's 7th birthday was a huge success in large part to the fun he and his friends had bouncing…read moreand sliding around for hours in the elephant jumper. Quick and easy setup with great customer service.

Another great San Diego neighborhood park. I've driven by it several times and finally stopped to…read morecheck it out. The park is well maintained, complete with restrooms. There is a playground area for younger children, as well as picnic areas with tables and barbecues. The park offers off-street parking. Need for for a picnic, Pacific Highlands Ranch.

Great neighborhood park! It offers a nice playground for the little one. One for the young ems and…read moreone for the preteens. Next to the playground equipment there's a half court basketball court.You'll find several areas with picnic tables and BBQ stations. I liked the walkway that skirts the perimeter of the park which is perfect for walking, running, and for teaching the young to ride. I only spotted one drinking fountain near the restrooms. Speaking of the restrooms, they were in very good condition and most importantly, clean. Being winter, the grass was a little dull but healthy and cut to a very good level for playing about.

This is a bit of an overdue review, but I had such an amazing time horseback riding! I hadn't…read moreridden since I was about 5 years old, so I was definitely a little nervous going into it. I'm not sure it's exactly like riding a bike--but Karen made me feel completely at ease from the start. Kiwi, my horse, was incredibly patient and gentle with me. I swear she knew I needed a little extra TLC! It made the whole experience so enjoyable and stress-free. I even got to do a tiny bit of trotting, which was such a fun bonus. Overall, it was such a great experience, and I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking to try horseback riding or get back into it!

Great horses, great guides. It is always a pleasure to do a…read morehorseback ride at Suzie Q Ranch. Lovely afternoon today January 19th of 2026. Will be back! I think this ranch is the best of the area. Thank you Suzie!