Outdoor Activities in Encinitas, CA

Parks, trails, outdoor events, and nature activities in Encinitas, CA. Get outside and explore.

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Construction Club

Mon, Jun 15, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · La Mesa Library · 8074 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA · Ages 4+

Play and build with LEGO® bricks! Free build - or take on the weekly building challenge! Recommended for ages 4+ Younger children may attend, but must be accompanied by an adult for their safety.

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Fit City Adventures

Fit City Adventures · 315 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA

Offering a unique blend of urban exploration and physical activity, Fit City Adventures brings people closer to the cities they live in, while also encouraging healthy lifestyles and community engagement.

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Guided Nature Hikes

Sun, Apr 12, 4:00 PM UTC · Torrey Pines SNR · San Diego, CA

Join us every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 10 a.m. at the front of the visitor lodge for a volunteer- or staff-led nature hike! Topics may include native plants and animals, geologic formations, the history of the reserve, and whatever we discover along the trail.

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Solana Beach Farmers Market

Solana Beach Farmers Market · 444 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA

Solana Beach Farmers Market is a farmers market in Solana Beach, CA. Corner of South Cedros and Rosa Street Products: Organic (USDA Certified).

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Guided Bird Walk - Old Mission Dam

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 17, 3:00 PM–5:30 PM UTC · Mission Trails Regional Park · 1 Father Junípero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA

Join MTRP bird walk leaders for a guided bird walk at historic Old Mission Dam. The breeding season is in progress, and many birds will be in full song. Come enjoy the symphony. We may see 6 or more warbler species. In addition to the riparian areas along the river, we will look for birds at the...

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Junior Rangers

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 25, 4:00 PM UTC · San Elijo SB · Encinitas, CA

Junior Rangers Time : 9 - 10 am Location : Campfire Arena (south end of campground) Ages : 7-12 What to bring : a parent or guardian, drinking water, walking shoes, sun protection, Junior Ranger logbook, and a positive attitude! What we’ll do : Meet a State Park Interpreter for hands on...

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Franklin & Friends at the Library

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 24, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Solana Beach Library · 157 Stevens Avenue, Solana Beach, CA

Join us for stories with Franklin, the tortoise from the Nature Center of San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve. Hosted by Park Rangers from the Parks & Recreation Department

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Lopez Ridge Neighborhood Park & Recreation Center

Lopez Ridge Neighborhood Park & Recreation Center · 7245 Calle Cristobal, San Diego, CA

San Diego Parks · 18.2 acres · playground, tot_lot, basketball, parking

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Carmel Mountain Ranch Branch Library

Carmel Mountain Ranch Branch Library · 12095 World Trade Dr., San Diego, CA

Carmel Mountain Ranch Branch Library is a public branch library in San Diego, CA. Open 2,567 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 13,102 square feet.

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Family Discovery Walk - Wildflowers

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 18, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Mission Trails Regional Park · 1 Father Junípero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA · Ages 5–12

Join MTRP Trail Guides to discover some of the many colorful wildflowers that adorn Mission Trails in spring. Learn about pollination, seed dispersal, and more. Have fun completing a nature journal while on the walk and get a nature sticker afterwards. This FREE adventure is ideal for families with.

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Harlem of the West: Jazz Night

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 19, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · San Diego History Center · 1649 El Prado, Suite #3, San Diego, CA, 92101, Unknown, CA

Experience the vibrant spirit of San Diego’s historic Jazz Era! Join us on April 18 from 6:00 pm–8:00 pm at the San Diego History Center in Balboa Park for an evening of music, history, and celebration. In honor of Jazz Appreciation Month, the San Diego History Center and the San Diego African...

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City Nature Challenge: Docent-Led Walks at Scripps Coastal Reserve

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 24, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Scripps Coastal Reserve - Mesa · 9400 La Jolla Farms Road, San Diego, CA

This event is dedicated to the City Nature Challenge! Meet us at the gates of UC San Diego's Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve to practice collecting iNaturalist observations for the City Nature Challenge. Please keep in mind that there are no water or bathroom facilities at the reserve. Closed-toe...

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Junior Rangers - April 2026

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 25, 4:00 PM UTC · South Carlsbad SB · Carlsbad, CA

Junior Rangers Time : 10 - 11 am Location : Campfire Arena (grey benches next to The Camp Store) Ages : 7-12 What to bring : a parent or guardian, drinking water, walking shoes, sun protection, Junior Ranger logbook, and a positive attitude! What we’ll do : Meet a State Park Interpreter for...

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