Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in El Capitan Reservoir

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in El Capitan Reservoir

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
Seaport Village
Seaport Village
4.6 (18125 ratings)4 (4366 ratings)
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds.
849 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Shopping mallShoppingPiers & BoardwalksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Maritime Museum of San Diego
Maritime Museum of San Diego
4.7 (2737 ratings)4.5 (1598 ratings)
Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits.
1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkMaritime museumOutdoor activity organiserShipsSpecialty Museums
Petco Park
Petco Park
4.7 (13150 ratings)4.5 (4116 ratings)
Opened in 2004, this prominent outdoor stadium features seasonal sporting events & concerts.
100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
StadiumSights & LandmarksEvent venueArenas & StadiumsSports Complexes
Mentioned by San Diego 3 days itinerary
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"Afterwards, take yourself to the south east corner of the Gaslamp area and locate Petco Park (it’s kind of hard to miss). This giant baseball stadium is home to the San Diego Padres and, baseball fan or not (I’m not), is a pretty spectacular sight. If you’re in San Diego during the baseball season, tickets are affordable and make for a great night out. Otherwise, you can take a stadium tour, or just climb up onto the grassy bank opposite and have a nosey from there."
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"Home to the San Diego Padres, Petco Park is a baseball stadium where you can take the whole family out to a ball game. It’s filled with state-of-the-art features that include everything from gigantic videoboards to smaller HDTVs scattered around the bars and concession stands so that you’ll never miss a moment of the action. Baseball isn’t the only thing to enjoy at the stadium, either."
Mentioned by Mapcarta
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"Petco Park is a baseball park located in the downtown area of San Diego, California, United States, that is the second home to the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball. Petco Park is situated 1½ km northeast of Coronado Ferry Landing Shopping Center. Photo: Mds08011, CC BY 4.0."
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
4.6 (19180 ratings)4.5 (5262 ratings)
Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances.
4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
State parkSights & LandmarksParkHistoric Walking Areas
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
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"This park has an excellent history museum in the Robinson-Rose House at the southern end of the plaza. You’ll also find a diorama depicting the original pueblo at the park’s visitor center, where you can pick up a copy of the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park Tour Guide & Brief History ($3), or a presentation tour (free) at 11am and 2pm daily. Personal tours cost $10 and depart at 11:30am and 1pm."
Mentioned by Old Town Trolley Tours
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"Old Town State Park is known as the birthplace of California. In 1821, when Mexico gained independence from Spain, a small group of Mexican settlers began building homes at the foot of the hillside below the first mission and Presidio. Because wood was scarce at the time, sun-dried adobe bricks were used."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"There are several historic buildings to be found, including five adobes, a hotel dating back to 1870, and a reconstructed courthouse and stable. Educational events are frequent occurrences, from theatrical performances to blacksmith demonstrations to tours."
South Embarcadero Park
South Embarcadero Park
4.6 (1490 ratings)4 (6 ratings)
Waterfront public park features fishing piers, bike paths, basketball courts & a concession stand.
200 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Old Town Trolley Tours
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"A visit to the San Diego Harbor is not complete without a stroll through the Embarcadero Marina Park. Surrounded by the bay on three sides, the Embarcadero Marina provides an authentic San Diego experience complete with scenic views and fresh sea air. Visitors also get a chance to discover the loyalty and courage of many of our Naval Military personnel through various memorials and statues including the Aircraft Carrier Memorial, The Homecoming Statue, and the USS San Diego Memorial."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
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"During the summer season, a variety of venues host free concerts from local, regional, and national artists. From the Coronado Summer Concerts in the Park to the La Jolla Concert by the Sea, there is an event planned for every week of the summer. At these free concerts, guests are invited to bring their own food, beverages, chairs, and towels for the ultimate concert experience."
Mentioned by Mapcarta
Coronado Ferry Landing Shopping Center
"Embarcadero Marina Park South is a park in San Diego, in the U.S. state of California. Embarcadero Marina Park South is situated 1 km northeast of Coronado Ferry Landing Shopping Center. Photo: jimmyweee, CC BY 2.0."
Torrey Pines State Beach
Torrey Pines State Beach
4.7 (272 ratings)4.5 (290 ratings)
Sandy lifeguarded beach with restrooms & showers, backed by cliffs & pine-wooded nature reserve.
California, USA
BeachNature & Parks
Mentioned by Your North County
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"Parts of this three-mile stretch of beach located just south of Del Mar lie below beautiful bluffs and winding hiking trails. Lifeguards usually staff the north end of the beach, which is where the bathrooms and showers also sit. Nice swaths of sand mark the beach, which is a favorite with families, boogie boarders, and sunbathers."
Mentioned by Humphreys Half Moon Inn
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"For a truly unique San Diego hiking experience you simply can’t get anywhere else, head to Torrey Pines State Beach. Torrey Pines offers a multitude of trails, and none is particularly challenging. However, the views are spectacular."
Cardiff State Beach
Cardiff State Beach
4.7 (66 ratings)4.5 (75 ratings)
Protected beach in state park system popular with surfers with a state-run campground nearby.
Encinitas, CA 92007, USA
BeachNature & Parks
California Tower
California Tower
4.5 (75 ratings)4.5 (51 ratings)
Lofty tower with carvings & colorful tiles, plus guided history tours & city views from the top.
1350 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksWedding venueMonuments & Statues
Ocean Beach Pier
Ocean Beach Pier
4.6 (7075 ratings)4.5 (34 ratings)
Long Pacific Ocean fishing pier with a café, shop known for sunset views & sea lion sightings.
1850 Ocean Front St, San Diego, CA 92107, USA
Fishing pierNature & ParksPublic beachBeaches

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in El Capitan Reservoir

Encinitas Cafe
Encinitas Cafe
4.7 (526 ratings)
Old-fashioned diner with sidewalk seats for omelets, grilled sandwiches & down-home American mains.
531 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA
CafeInternet cafeRestaurant
Mentioned by Your North County
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"The owners of Encinitas Cafe want to make sure you feel at home at their diner. They serve down-home classics like omelets, grilled sandwiches, and chicken-fried steak with top notch hospitality. Although the cafe has been a local favorite since 1989, there’s been a diner running at this location since the 1930’s."
Peet's Coffee
Peet's Coffee
4.1 (74 ratings)
Berkeley-born chain featuring signature coffee, tea & blended drinks alongside baked goods.
3225 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Coffee shopCafeEspresso barTea house
Nekter Juice Bar
Nekter Juice Bar
4.5 (55 ratings)
Local juice-bar chain offering specialty drinks, cleanses & health-conscious snacks.
834 Kline St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Juice shopBreakfast restaurantCafeHealth food restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by La Jolla Social
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"Nekter Juice Bar is a chain juice bar with a spot near La Jolla Cove as well as a few locations throughout San Diego. Here you’ll find healthy snacks, cold-pressed juices, delicious smoothies and an extensive menu of açaí bowls. They have nut-based milk that makes their smoothies and bowls creamy while adding nutritional value."

Cheap Places to Eat in El Capitan Reservoir

Subway
Subway
3.9 (77 ratings)
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
2206 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Sandwich shopCatererFast food restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
4.1 (505 ratings)
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
310 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92026, USA
Fast food restaurantIce cream shop
Cocina del Charro
Cocina del Charro
4.3 (1159 ratings)
Relaxed Mexican outpost offers classic cuisine plus a full-service bar with beers & margaritas.
890 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025, USA
Mexican restaurantTakeout Restaurant

Best Breweries and Beer Places in El Capitan Reservoir

Viewpoint Brewing Company
Viewpoint Brewing Company
4.6 (577 ratings)
Spacious venue offering house-brewed beer & gastropub fare in an industrial-chic waterfront setting.
2201 San Dieguito Dr Suite D, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA
BreweryRestaurant
Rose's Tasting Room
Rose's Tasting Room
4.6 (71 ratings)
Small, colorful hangout with a focus on San Diego-area beers & wines, plus daily happy hour.
inside Fiesta de Reyes, 2754 Calhoun St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
BarBeer hallBeer storeGift shopWine barWine store
Rouleur Brewing Company
Rouleur Brewing Company
4.8 (96 ratings)
5840 El Camino Real #101, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
Brewery

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near El Capitan Reservoir

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