Parks

Relax, enjoy and come out and play on the waterfront in one of the lovely parks of the Port of San Diego.

Community driven. Port maintained.

Across our 34 miles of San Diego Bay waterfront, the Port has 23 public parks and a variety of public spaces.

Each of these parks is designed with the community in mind. From gathering public input to creating spaces that showcase the community and surrounding environment, we invite you and your loved ones to discover a public park along the waterfront, connect with nature, and enjoy.

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Questions about park permitting?

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Or contact Parks & Recreation at parkpermits@portofsandiego.org

Freedom Park - coming soon. Click for details.

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Broadway Plaza

Embarcadero

A space to relax along the Embarcadero next to the Port Pavilion and Broadway Pier.

Beautiful view of the Coronado Bridge and waterfront from the recreational pier at Cesar Chavez Park at the Port of San Diego

César Chávez Park

Barrio Logan

With a viewing pier, César Chávez Park is a great place to catch a sunrise or sunset.

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Chula Vista Bayfront Park

Chula Vista Bayfront

A South Bay favorite spot to launch a boat and capture amazing bay views.

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Chula Vista Bayside Park

Chula Vista Bayfront

Relax at a sand beach, fish along the pier or play outdoors at the Chula Vista Bayfront.

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Chula Vista Marina View Park

Chula Vista Bayfront

A local favorite park for spending time with family or catching a picture-perfect sunset.

Coronado Ferry Landing Park

Coronado

Catch the ferry from Downtown San Diego and cross San Diego Bay to this idyllic park.

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Coronado Tidelands Park

Coronado

A favorite place to play by the bay with scenic bikeways, a playground and small beach.

Dunes Park Imperial Beach Port of San Diego

Dunes Park

Imperial Beach Pier

Experience the laid-back culture of Imperial Beach.

Embarcadero Marina Park North

Embarcadero

The perfect place to stop after a day of shopping or sightseeing in Downtown San Diego.

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Embarcadero Marina Park South

Embarcadero

Find a place to play or capture pristine views.

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Fifth Avenue Landing Park

Embarcadero

Grand Caribe Shoreline Park

Coronado

A peaceful park to explore.

Parks Stories & Highlights

Rigors of Flight Sweetwater Park installation

Behind-the-Scenes: Coordinating the Art Along the Wonderfront

A behind-the-scenes journey through the Art and Design Committee's planning meetings for the Tidelands Art Collection, focusing on how ideas evolve into actionable plans that drive community engagement. The first subject being the "Rigors of Flight"…

A behind-the-scenes journey through the Art and Design Committee's planning meetings for the Tidelands Art Collection, focusing on...

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From Cultural Touches to Scenic Views: Here are Four Features You'll Love About Sweetwater Park

Sweetwater Park, the newest gem of the Chula Vista Bayfront, is a must-visit destination that perfectly blends nature, culture, and relaxation. This thoroughly designed park showcases specialty gardens filled with native plants, shrubs, and…

Newly Planted Shade Trees at Spanish Landing Park West

Get to Know Your Local Trees: Spanish Landing

At Spanish Landing Park West, a grove of recently planted trees is helping the Port of San Diego improve its commitment to sustainability, beautification of existing park space, and climate resilience.

Discover the newly planted trees at Spanish Landing Park West and how the Port of San Diego is improving its public spaces with...