Visitors Guide

Oceanside is San Diego County's northernmost coastal town.  One of its distinct features is its pier, which was originally built in 1888 and is one of the longest wooden piers on the west coast. This is a lively beach town with a lot of historical features, great restaurants and, just like every town in San Diego, many hidden gems.  We've

Hidden Spots in Anza Borrego State Park We are so lucky to have such immense diversity here in San Diego County.  You can literally visit the desert, snow and beach all in one day! The name Anza Borrego received its name from Spanish colonizer Juan Bautista who named it after the bighorn sheep. There are over 600,000 acres to explore and a

7 HIDDEN GEMS IN CORONADO   Coronado Island (which isn't an island actually and instead is a peninsula) is one of San Diego's beautiful, coastal neighborhoods. One of its most notable bragging points is that author Frank Baum used to vacation here and gathered much inspiration from his stays for the Wizard of Oz. There is plenty to do and we have definitely

Encinitas is one of San Diego's coastal neighborhoods with a great love and appreciation for color, creativity and nature.  I have have stumbled upon so many wonderful pockets while exploring out here. Here is our list of our favorite hidden gems in Encinitas! HIDDEN GEMS IN ENCINITAS: 1. Cal Pacific Orchid Farm link  Visit the largest orchid nursery in San Diego County! One of

**THIS IS AN ONGOING PAGE OF UNIQUE HIKES AND PLACES TO EXPLORE IN ALPINE** If you are a business and feel like you should be included in our list, please shoot us an email: hiddensandiego11@gmail.com! Alpine is one of San Diego's diverse towns which leads you to the back-country. Located on the foothills of Cuyamaca, this area is both rugged and diverse

**THIS IS AN ONGOING PAGE OF UNIQUE HIKES AND PLACES TO EXPLORE IN BALBOA PARK** If you are a business and feel like you should be included in our list, please shoot us an email: hiddensandiego11@gmail.com!   Balboa Park is one of the city’s most cherished treasures.  It is actually one of the oldest parks in the United States dedicated to public recreational use,

Chula Vista is the second-largest City in San Diego County. Translating to "beautiful view," it boasts many scenic trails and viewpoints to enjoy. The oldest site of human settlement within the modern boundaries of Chula Vista, was named Otai by the Spanish in 1769, and had been occupied as far back as 7,980 years ago. The Kumeyaay built a village

**THIS IS AN ONGOING PAGE OF UNIQUE HIKES AND PLACES TO EXPLORE IN LA JOLLA** If you are a business and feel like you should be included in our list, please shoot us an email: hiddensandiego11@gmail.com!   La Jolla is one of San Diego’s true jewels, translating to jewel (joya) in Spanish. It turns out that its original name isn't Spanish-oriented at all

About Little Italy  “Develop an interest in life as you see it; the people, things, literature, music - the world is so rich, simply throbbing with rich treasures, beautiful souls and interesting people. Forget yourself.” Little Italy San Diego was originally a predominately Italian fishing neighborhood. It has transformed and undergone gentrification over the years and is now composed mostly of Italian

**THIS IS AN ONGOING PAGE OF UNIQUE HIKES AND PLACES TO EXPLORE IN CARLSBAD** If you are a business and feel like you should be included in our list, please shoot us an email: hiddensandiego11@gmail.com!   Carlsbad is one of San Diego’s northern, coastal towns. In the 1880s a sailor named John Frazier dug a well in the area and began offering his

1. Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures The first thing you’ll pass when heading up to Julian from Ramona is Fort Cross Old Timey Adventure which is such a cool spot for the entire family!  They teach you all old timey skills that the pioneers of this region would use. LINK 2. Eagle & High Peak Mines Check out the Eagle Mine which gives public tours

**THIS IS AN ONGOING PAGE OF UNIQUE HIKES AND PLACES TO EXPLORE IN PALOMAR MOUNTAIN** If you are a business and feel like you should be included in our list, please shoot us an email: hiddensandiego11@gmail.com! Hidden Gems in Palomar Mountain Over the years Palomar Mountain has become one of my favorite places to visit. It really feels as if you’re in Central

**THIS IS AN ONGOING PAGE OF UNIQUE HIKES AND PLACES TO EXPLORE IN JACUMBA** If you are a business and feel like you should be included in our list, please shoot us an email: hiddensandiego11@gmail.com!   The land of Jacumba has been occupied by man for thousands of years.  Prior to European settlement, the Kumeyaay called this land home, possibly due to the

**THIS IS AN ONGOING PAGE OF UNIQUE HIKES AND PLACES TO EXPLORE IN POWAY** If you are a business and feel like you should be included in our list, please shoot us an email: hiddensandiego11@gmail.com!   Poway, originally called Pawiiy” or “Pauwai, means “the meeting of little valleys”. This town has deep roots tied to the Kuumeyaay Natives, dating  back to the 16th

**THIS IS AN ONGOING PAGE OF UNIQUE HIKES AND PLACES TO EXPLORE IN VISTA** If you are a business and feel like you should be included in our list, please shoot us an email: hiddensandiego11@gmail.com! Vista is one of San Diego's lusher towns.  It is more rare to not have a yard filled with fruit trees and a veggie garden than it