Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Granite Hills

"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."

"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."

"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 (“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."

"Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is an upscale hacienda-style resort near La Jolla set on 10 acres of lush landscape. Throughout the property, guests are treated to courtyards, meandering garden paths, and outdoor fireplaces. The expansive and scheduled grounds are home to 210 casually elegant guest rooms and suites."

"This Spanish-style luxury resort sits close to the ocean in La Jolla, across from the San Diego UC campus. The accommodations are in low-rise buildings, and some have private balconies and patios. All are beautifully designed with luxurious finishes and amenities."

"With its laid-back vibe, surf decor, and a steady line out the door most days, this iconic North County café is the place to come for bomb breakfast burritos and scrambles. For those in a lunch mood, there are plenty of burgers, sandwiches, and salads to choose from."

"Amidst the bars and greasy food in the Gaslamp, Café 21 serves farm-to-table breakfast with a twist. If you’re into drinking your breakfast, there’s a variety of ginormous Bloody Mary's on the menu that could be entire meals themselves, but the omelettes are really where it’s at. They’re baked in cast-iron skillets and full of protein like prosciutto, lamb, short ribs, and beet-cured salmon."

"Located about 1.5 miles away from Qualcomm Stadium, Cafe 21 is a great option for any reason. This extremely popular restaurant is Turkish and if you don't order the baklava... well, let's just say you should."

"7091 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115Make Your Reservation Now$$ | Farm-To-Table. This is one of my favorite types of restaurants. Their focus is to not only provide delicious food but for that food to be fresh, sustainable, and locally sourced."

"Terra American Bistro is offering bottles of wine, beer, and pints of cocktails like their Habanero Hibiscus Margarita and house infused liquors. Available for curb-side pick-up Tuesday-Sunday 4:30pm-8:30pm."

"Address: 660 K Street, San Diego, California 92101Timings: Open 24 hoursCost For Two: USD 60 - USD 100. If you have a taste for luxury and fine service, this elite San Diego rooftop bar at Marriott Gaslamp is an unbeatable choice.Perched atop 22 stories, this chic designer outdoor club pairs stunning views of Petco Park, Coronado Island and Bridge with modern atmospheres having blazing fire pits and happy hours. Choose from select arrays of fine liquor, imported and local beers as well as signature cocktails at their impeccable bar lounge."

"I guarantee there’s not a better rooftop bar in town offering views like the Altitude Sky Lounge at the Marriott San Diego Gaslamp Quarter. It’s one of the city’s best and busiest rooftop bars. At 22 stories high, it not only offers panoramic vistas of the downtown, but it’s also a perfect spot to watch the Padres play at our beloved San Diego Stadium Petco Park."

"If you are a baseball fanatic who missed on grabbing the last ticket to the Petco Park stadium, worry not. Altitude Sky Lounge will grant your wish to watch the game live from their rooftop bar. Opening daily at 5 pm, the bar opens at 1:40 pm on Sundays and 12:40 pm on Thursdays especially, for the Padre home games."