One of my favorite spots to visit for water activities!…read more They do indeed have life jackets for all sizes and yes you are required to wear them while using their equipment. It's a nice area to go to and generally pretty quiet area as long as you don't go into the channel where the motor boats go, rentals are great but it's soooo much nicer and cheaper to take a kayaking or SUP class for the semester if you have the time on the weekends I think it's only about $40 for the class and the staff are always so nice and helpful. I've met so many amazing people and it's so much more fun to go out as a group :)

Came here for stand up paddle boarding on a Living Social Deal. It was a GREAT deal. Everyone…read morethere is super nice and friendly. The instructors were awesome. I'm glad the lady I booked the deal with told me the little nuances of the place. Like, where to park, follow directions from their website vs. GPS or Google, and how much parking is. Nice facilities and equipment. Would def come back and do their other activities.

Enjoyed the day here , great price for a double kayaks. Really calm ride, also took the fishing…read morepole while kayaking. Would do this again !! Really nice lake , love the benches , scenery , and the dock there for fishing! Great experience, also first time kayaking for me

I love this place! It's a great, simple place to come out and enjoy nature and the scenery around…read moreus. You can fish in the lake and also rent kayaks. Don't forget your sunscreen and water. You might also want to bring some bug spray. It gets really buggy here, but that's not too much of a downfall for me. It's worth it regardless of the bug issue. I've been here a few times and will continue to come! Not to mention, it's absolutely beautiful! Definitely picturesque!

My take on this park is a bit different from that of others who've reviewed it here…read more The only time I've actually set foot on park property was to launch boats, a straightforward procedure that the park is well-equipped to support. Mostly, I see the park from the water, when, while fishing, I drift along the seawall or poke in amongst the boats in the marina, looking for fish that are trying not to be found. The place looks pretty, though, and if I needed a spot in South Bay to bring the family for a barbecue, or to take a sunset stroll with my lady, Bayfront Park might be just the place.

The views were nice of the bay. Saw families out here throwing BBQ's and parties. The city needs…read moreto upgrade the roads here though as they were pretty beat up and lots of oil stains all over the parking lot. Gave a dingy feel to the overall aesthetic.

The owner of this place is incredibly kind. He came out and gave a wooden boat toy for free to my…read moreson that was playing outside. My kid loves it!! We weren't even a customer. I will definitely come and book a charter with him. His boat looks really cool and I know the service will be amazing. I unfortunately don't see any openings online but will keep checking and really look forward to going on his boat! Thanks :)

$50 and 7 hours on San Diego bay sight seeing, bring a picnic and your favorite beverage…read more If you enjoy sailing, tall ships, sun shine or just sight seeing on the bay - you can not go wrong. They do go out to sea for about one hour and it does get more rolly polly - but the bay is smooth sailing. It does take 16 people to pull up the main sail, so they may ask you to participate, personally I really enjoyed this part and I asked if I could help bring the sails down too! Personally I think San Diego is the most beautiful bay/city in the world and a tall ship is the coolest way to see it!

Really enjoy this trail very safe for kids and can walk with your strollers. The trail is about 3.5…read moremiles total there and back. The entrance of the park is surrounded by a lot of nice cactus plants and desert flowers to take pictures. Check it out when in the area. Happy Yelping :)

Not the most exciting hiking trail. It is flat and does not offer much shade but it is well…read moremaintained. The yelp GPS takes you to Explorer Park, but I decided to head towards the trailhead at the Preservation Center. The Center has picnic tables but no restrooms. At the center you have two options. I chose to go straight where the path wa wide. On this day, there were more mountain bikers than hikers. I had difficulty finding the turn around for the "Loop Trail." Upon further analysis of the map, I think you have to cross H st. at the endpoint. I accidently took one of the bike paths, which was very narrow but does offer aerial views of the canyon. I would not go out of the way for this trail but it does offer solace for those who seek an exercise route. Multiple entry points, but the preservation center offers clear signage.

Reservoir to fish in, and some cool looking trees coming up out of the water…read more On the other side is a little tunnel with a lot of graffiti and there is a short walk up to the dam where there is plenty of graffiti lining the walls. Not too much else to do or see, but if you want some graffiti this is the spot.

If you're into the not so ordinary; for sure take a ride and visit the abandoned reservoir…read more There's free parking right off the road; so blink and you'll miss it. The bridge is closed off for safety reasons but, you'll find so much beauty in your venture. It's amazing with beautiful graffiti artwork in every nook and cranny with makes for some awesome photos! But, you'll really love the trails or the trails you'll make up as you go along. Bring water and/or a lunch and if you go on a cool day; for sure bring your furry friends.

The National City Aquatic Center is a hidden gem in this part of town! Often, people forget that…read moreNational City is also "waterfront"! The Port of San Diego has done a great job of making this area seem less "industrial" with not just cargo ship unloading, transport hubs, and shipyard maintenance but rather areas that families and the general public can come enjoy. In particular, this review is of the Multi-Purpose Room at the Aquatic Center. A lot of my guests were quite surprised and impressed with the building (built in 2018) and this facility as an event rental space. I even had a few inquiries asking how much I paid. FYI- it was only ~$300 for 6 hours + the price of a security guard. We held my twins' 1st birthday party here. The facility comes equipped with a half kitchen (no refrigeration or kitchen, just a sink), clean private bathroom/locker facilities, tables/chairs for ~80 guests (room can definitely fit a little more), floor to ceiling windows, a TV with Blue Ray Player and access to streaming (you provide the internet), access to Pepper Park, and ample parking. You can also pay extra for reserved parking, custodial maintenance, and more security if needed. Genevieve and Sheila with the Port Facilities reservations department were a pleasure to work with - they were responsive, answered my questions, and were patient with some of our requests. They also allow all vendors, provided they have proper insurance, and do not require usage of any sort of preferred list. My only gripe is that because there's no separate kitchen facility, you'll need to plan your catering in order to keep food stocked and warm/cold. There's a little outdoor space that looks like a fenced in yard-- they should consider turning that into a kitchenette. I'd pay extra to use that. One of the highlights is that there's a great view of the sunset over the coast that many of my guests got to enjoy toward the end of the party. A nice treat for a crisp fall evening! There's a marina, parks, a hotel, and restaurants in this general area west of the 5 freeway. Highly recommend considering this venue for any smaller events. You can always spill into Pepper Park if you need more space.

I came across the NCAC by way of a Groupon offered. It was too good to pass up, so I signed up for…read more90 minutes for a rowing lesson. I also follow National City, and noticed they offered youth summer camps for rowing, kayaking, and SUP. Talking with Dave Frost, the contact for Community Rowing SD, National City is primed to start their own rowing club. He was excited to hear we found them and looks forward to growth in the coming years for the area. I have always wanted to try rowing out and am glad I did. Coach Aly was a blast to work with. She took me and a friend out on single sculls and followed us in a kayak, offering us encouragement and suggestions. She's an athlete through and through and was an easy conversationalist with and enthusiasm for all sports. I'm excited for what the aquatic center will offer in the coming years as the South Bay doesn't have much yet and would be an awesome place to get something running. Signing my niece and nephew up for rowing lessons and look forward to seeing them get a taste of the scene.

Came here after lunch from my summit at the Gaylord Resort right across the street--perfect spot to…read moreunwind. Super clean, plenty of benches and tables, and tons of space on the beach if you want to set up chairs. Loved the paved walking and biking path, great for a stroll. Didn't see anyone swimming (weekday vibe maybe?), but it was nice seeing locals relaxing and enjoying the scene. Peaceful, easy, and a must-visit if you're in the area. Cheers!

This park is so peaceful! I didn't know about it until I parked here for the Gaylord resort which…read moreis right across the street. For the most part it looked clean, but the bathrooms looks like it could use some love and care. There were plenty of parking spots, but the road could be replaced. There's a path for people to walk on, a playground structure and ocean views.