- TripBuzz found 267 things to do with kids in or near Escondido, California, including 248 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, Poway, Carlsbad and La Jolla.
- From San Diego Zoo Safari Park to San Diego Children's Discovery Museum, the Escondido area offers 112 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Parks, Golf and Hiking Trails.
- California's North County region is home to the city of Escondido. The city, nestled in a valley surrounded by sharp hills, is not far from San Diego. The Escondido Creek cuts the city in half, with a variety of natural vegetation in the area. The city finds itself in both Downtown and Old Escondido, with a taste of both the past and the modern present.
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The Cleveland National Forest is a wildlife preserve that is home to over 3 million animals. The park features a target shooting area and is home to the Cedar Creek Falls permit area.
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Suitable for both walking and hiking, Bear Canyon Loop Trail goes through the national forest. It covers over six miles of terrain and provides views of the river and local mountains.
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Despite its somewhat unsettling name, Hellhole Canyon is actually a quite scenic hiking destination. A six mile round trip hike, the trail through Hellhole Canyon culminates at a 24 foot waterfall, an anomaly in this desert setting.
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200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
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Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is a great place to explore the desert and all the amazing rock formations. The park has many interesting hiking trails and a visitor center with its informative exhibits and helpful staff. Camping is available at the parking with RVs, hook-ups or tents.
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Diamond Valley Lake is one of the newest as well as the largest reservoirs in Southern California. The area is popular for its seasonal wildflower trail and the 13,500 acres of open space that is home at least 16 endangered or threatened native California bird, plant and animal species.
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Visitors of Pines Park can go snorkeling, scuba diving, wind surfing, fishing, geocaching, and wildlife viewing. Not only does the location offer access to bike trails, but it also contains a picnic area.
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Part of Diamond Valley Lake Community Park, the Diamond Valley Sports Complex features multiple lighted ball fields as well as basketball and tennis courts. The complex also offers three separate soccer fields and adjacent picnic areas.
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Granite Mountain area includes a few old gold mines that you can explore. Great paths for 4x vehicles.
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The Yaqui Well is a scenic desert site that features a well-marked trail and nearby camp grounds. The site is a popular destination for bird watching, and is purportedly home to the legendary Ghost Dancers.
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The Las Ramblas Trail is a 3.5 mile dirt trail that can be hiked year-round. It has a variety of inclines to suit both the novice and advanced hiker, allows dogs and bicycles and offers sweeping views of the coast.