Skip to main content

Harbor Park (formerly Bayside Park)

A bigger and better park! Bayside Park is now Harbor Park! The Port is expanding and improving the park with even more public amenities that enhance beach and bay access.

 

 

 

Chula Vista Bayside Park Port of San Diego

Bayside Park is now Harbor Park!

Harbor Park (formerly Bayside Park) is being expanded and improved. A new nautical-themed playground opened in October 2026, and a splash pad and other improvements in the southern portion of the new park area will be completed in spring 2027. The new Harbor Park will double the recreation area from about 12 to 25 acres, giving families and visitors more space to enjoy the Chula Vista Bayfront and San Diego Bay. It’s all a part of the Port of San Diego and City of Chula Vista’s transformation of the Chula Vista Bayfront. Click here for more information.

Visit

Location: 999 Bayside Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Hours: 6 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Parking: Free parking at parking lot.

Free Parking Information

Amenities:

  • Bike parking
  • Bike paths
  • Concessions
  • Exercise stations
  • Play equipment - check out the new nautical-themed playground!
  • Restrooms
  • Sand beach
  • Fishing pier

Harbor Park (formerly Bayside Park)

Child in red shirt, sitting at Harbor Park Playground in Chula Vista
Image of girl climbing yellow nets on playground equipment in Harbor Park on the Chula Vista Bayfront.

A Cherished Destination in South Bay

Harbor Park (formerly Bayside Park) features a new nautical-themed playground with climbing equipment, slides, swings and more, as well as fishing pier perfect for a lazy afternoon, surrounded by marinas and restaurants. The park also provides an inspiring view of the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge and the San Diego urban skyline.

Do you want to host a public or private gathering or any organized activity at Harbor Park? 

Port of San Diego parks require a permit for certain activities such as organized events, consuming alcohol, flying a drone or filming, and for gatherings of 25 people or more. Whatever you're planning, we're here to help ensure your event has the space and support it needs to run smoothly.

Contact Parks & Recreation at parkpermits@portofsandiego.org.

Ready to apply for a permit? 

Click here for our service portal

Note: Park permits for Harbor Park are limited to groups up to 250.

Harbor Park (formerly Bayside Park)

Experience Harbor Park

(click photos to enlarge gallery)

Thank you for visiting Harbor Park

You can help keep our waterfront safe and enjoyable for all by:

  • Keeping your dog on a leash at all times
  • Picking up your trash
  • Leaving the confetti, balloons and kites at home
  • Practicing your skating or skateboarding at a designated skate park instead 

Do you see something that may need fixing or maintenance? 

Make a service request