• BALBOA PARK
World-renowned Balboa Park is home to fifteen museums, various arts and international culture associations, as well as the San Diego Zoo, making it one of the nation's largest cultural and entertainment complexes. For information and hours, call (619) 239-0512
www.balboapark.org
• SAN DIEGO ZOO
4,000 rare and endangered birds, mammals, reptiles; 6,500 varieties of exotic plants. Features Ituri Forest, Giant Pandas, Polar Bear Plunge. Open daily. For information and hours, call (619) 718-3000.
www.sandiegozoo.org
• SAN DIEGO ZOO’S WILD ANIMAL PARK
A 2,200-acre exotic animal and botanical reserve dedicated to the preservation and protection of endangered species. Open daily. For information and hours, call (619) 718-3000.
www.sandiegozoo.org
• LEGOLAND
An interactive family theme park for youngsters 2 –12. Rides, shows and attractions. For information and hours, call (760) 918-LEGO.
www.legoland.com
• SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO
189-acre marine life park featuring Shamu the killer whale, shows, marine habitats, aquariums. Open daily. For information and hours, call (800) 380-3203.
www.seaworld.com
• KNOTTS SOAK CITY
32-acre water park. Open May though September. For information and hours, call (619) 661-7373.
www.knotts.com
• US OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER
Athletes training, complimentary tours, Olympic Spirit Store. Open year-round. For information and hours, call (619) 482-6120
www.usolympicteam.com
• COORS AMPHITHEATRE
20,000-seat outdoor concert venue. Open April thru November. For information and hours, call (619) 671-3600.
www.hob.com
• THEATRE WEST
Theatre West is San Marcos' youth drama program offered through the Community Center. Five elaborate shows are produced a year - each one involving most of the actor's families in one way or another. Productions are performed at the Hearth Theater, located in the San Marcos Community Center. For information and hours, call (760) 744-9000.
www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us
• CALIFORNIA CENTER FOR THE ARTS
California Center for the Arts, Escondido providing artistic, cultural, educational, social, and entertainment opportunities of the highest quality to enrich the lives of all within its reach. The California Center for the Arts, Escondido is situated on a 12-acre campus in downtown Escondido adjacent to Escondido City Hall and Grape Day Park. The campus is comprised of a 1,523-seat Concert Hall, a 406-seat Center Theater, a visual arts Museum, art and dance studios, and a Conference Center containing meeting and banquet facilities.
www.artcenter.org
• JACKS POND & WILDLIFE DISCOVERY CENTER
Jacks Pond and Wildlife Discovery Center is a popular learning and hiking habitat, offering regularly scheduled hikes providing biological overviews of the area and waterways. For information and hours, call (760) 744-9000.
www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us
• LAKE POWAY RECREATIONAL CENTER
Includes fishing, boating, camping, picnicking, volleyball, softball and Clyde Rexrode Wilderness Area. For information and hours, call (858) 668-4770
www.sdfish.com
• LAKE HODGES AQUATIC CENTER
Fishing, windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, biking, youth camps and more. Instruction for most activities is available from qualified staff (pre-booking required). Located just north of Poway, Lake Hodges is open for recreation March through October on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
www.sannet.gov
• SAN MARCOS PARKS AND TRAILS
San Marcos offers an extensive park and trail system. There are numerous parks, community centers and over 20 miles of trails. For information, call (760) 744-9000.
Community Services
Parks & Facilities
Trails
• OLD CALIFORNIA RESTAURANT ROW
Old California Restaurant Row featuring 18 unique restaurants, charming village antique and boutique shops, Edward’s 18 Stadium Cinema.
www.oldcalrestaurantrow.com
• WINERIES
• BELLE MARIE WINERY
www.bellemarie.com
• BERNARDO WINERY
www.bernardowinery.com
• ORFILA WINEYARDS
www.orfila.com
• GOLF COURSES
• LAKE SAN MARCOS
www.lakesanmarcosresort.com
• TWIN OAKS VALLEY
www.golfsd.com
• LA COSTA GOLF RESORT & SPA
www.lacosta.com
• ENCINITAS RANCH
www.jcgolf.com
• AVIARA GOLF CLUB
www.fourseasons.com
• TORREY PINES GOLF COURSE
www.torreypinesgolfcourse.com
• MISSION BAY GOLF
www.golfsd.com
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