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Mission Bay, De Anza Cove

Mission Bay, De Anza Cove

United States, California, San Diego 

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Mission Bay, De Anza Cove

United States, California, San Diego 

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Located in San Diego County, De Anza Cove Park is a recreational grassy park that has an unnamed narrow beach with light brown sand. This beach is also named De Anza Cove Park Beach. De Anza Cove Park is situated along the shores of an artificial bay named Mission Bay and is part of a large municipal aquatic park known as the Mission Bay Park. De Anza Cove Park has lifeguards from the beginning of the local academic spring break to the month of October. It is important to note that lifeguard deployment around the beach is generally on weekends except during summers, when lifeguards are deployed around the beach daily. De Anza Cove Park has many other amenities including restrooms, picnic tables, showers, boat launch, a children’s playground, volleyball courts, fire pits, and a paved bike path. Dogs on leash are allowed in the park before 9 am and after 6 pm between April and October. Between November and March dogs are allowed before 9 am and after 4 pm.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near De Anza Cove Park. Baci Ristorante is an upscale Italian restaurant which serves amazing steaks, seafood, pastas, lamb, and poultry dishes. Pacific Beach Fish Shop is a popular restaurant that offers a casual ambiance and amazing South California-inspired seafood. In addition, this restaurant has been praised by the San Diego Magazine. If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near De Anza Cove Park, J&T Thai Street Food offers a variety of delicious Thai dishes.

If you are looking for a hotel near De Anza Cove Park, there are many great nearby options. The 4-Star San Diego Mission Bay Resort offers many amenities including a restaurant, a lounge, a bar, a coffee shop, a fitness center, a pool, and a spa. A more affordable hotel is the 3-Star Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area offers many amenities including a convenience store, a lounge, a pool, a gym, a coin-operated laundry, and a restaurant. If you are looking for another good and affordable hotel near De Anza Cove Park, the 2-Star Motel 6 San Diego, CA - near Sea World is located conveniently close to some of the major attractions in San Diego. In addition, the hotel also offers complimentary morning coffee and tea.

De Anza Cove Park and the beach in it offer many fun activities including beachcombing, sunbathing, biking, picnicking, volleyball, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, stand-up paddleboarding, wildlife watching, fishing, surf-skiing, boating, and jet-skiing. The generally calm water near De Anza Cove Park makes it ideal for beginner swimmers, kayakers, canoers, and paddleboarders. Depending on the time of the year, you can view many kinds of shorebirds around De Anza Cove Park. If you are planning to fish in the water near De Anza Cove Park, please make sure that you follow the local fishing regulations. De Anza Cove Park is also ideal for families as it has picnic tables and a children’s play area. Fire pits present around the beach in De Anza Cove Park also offer a memorable waterfront bonfire session. However, if you are planning to organise a bonfire in De Anza Cove Park, you can visit the city of San Diego’s official website to obtain more information about the bonfire regulations in Mission Bay Park.

Getting to De Anza Cove Park is easy - the park is situated near the intersection between North Mission Bay Drive and De Anza Road, where a free parking lot is also available. You can easily walk to the beach from this parking lot.

There are many attractions near De Anza Cove Park. Mission Bay Golf Course and Practice Center has an 18-hole golf course that offers a challenging session of golf. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is an important historical landmark that has many renovated buildings dating back to the Mexican and early American periods of California. This popular state park also has many interesting museums that offer a unique insight into the rich history of southern California. If you are looking for another attraction near De Anza Cove Park, the Gaslamp Quarter Historic District of San Diego has many interesting buildings dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This district also has many interesting shopping stores, nightclubs, theaters, art galleries, and restaurants.

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INParking

IN4:00 AM - 2:00 AM

INRestroom Available

INBeige

IN3000 N Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109, USA

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    Does Mission Bay, De Anza Cove have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Mission Bay, De Anza Cove have lifeguards?

    Yes, this Beach ensures safety with professional lifeguards on duty throughout the day, offering peace of mind for beachgoers.

    Is Mission Bay, De Anza Cove a family-friendly beach?

    Yes, this Beach is the perfect family destination, offering clean restrooms, vigilant lifeguards, and a variety of nearby food options, ensuring an enjoyable day for all.

    Is Mission Bay, De Anza Cove good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Mission Bay, De Anza Cove have restrooms?

    Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.

    Is Mission Bay, De Anza Cove a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Mission Bay, De Anza Cove?

    Yes, this Beach has multiple restaurant options near or on the beach.

    What are the activities at Mission Bay, De Anza Cove?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Bike Paths, Volleyball.

    Does Mission Bay, De Anza Cove have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Yes, this Beach offers accommodations for people with disabilities, allowing everyone to relish the coastal experience.

    Is Mission Bay, De Anza Cove a dog-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.

    Is Mission Bay, De Anza Cove good for surfing?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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