Tidelands Park

Nice park with view of Coronado bridge and downtown SD, plenty of open grass area for running and playing around, saw some football and rugby games going too
Has a nice path for runners, bikers, dog walkers… etc
Plenty of colorful well maintained playground structures, my 3yr old had a blast going down the slides and crawling through the «tunnels». She also enjoyed climbing and sitting on the oversized bright «thrones».
I got my small circuit training routine done in their work out area with situp bench, multiple uneven pullup bars
Will be our go to park when we’re in the area

So you made it over the bridge with your driving blinders on trying to focus on the road and not stare off into the gorgeous views all around right? Well if you want to be safe and actually enjoy a few minutes or more head on over to the Tidelands Park, the first street on your right once you get off the bridge.
As you pull in, you’re greeted with a huge grassy field, tidelands park concrete sign, a 2 lane road towards the bay, with a skatepark on your right, then you enter the huge parking lot. And for the grande finally… you finally get to turn off your engine and set your eyes on the big bay bridge, palm trees galore, boats rocking in the wakes, downtown buildings across the bay, and people using the boardwalk for their choice of exercise.
A tot park sits near the parking lot and restrooms. It’s split into older kids and younger kids and different levels of learning or playing. My son loved the ship and the slides. Adults can go up the ramp and help their toddlers onto the boat or slides. There’s not much shade but it’s almost December and we were enjoying the warm sun.
The views are breathtaking. If you have any family or friends coming to visit or you’re a tourist yourself… come here you won’t be disappointed. The park has lots of picnic tables and a huge grassy space adjacent to the water where you can enjoy a meal or host a party. It’s very family friendly and people are very friendly here. Or just use the boardwalk to venture out a bit further and checkout the million dollar postcard perfect views of downtown and seaport village across the bay.

Tidelands Park isn’t really a park that locals go to for a day of sun and relaxing. I know this because on a given holiday or summer weekend the park is littered with Raiders flags and the associated riffraff. The best part of this park is the bike path that goes through it. You can actually ride your bike under the Coronado Bay Bridge if you so desire. So my recommendation is to simply ride through Tidelands Park on a rented bike and not spend your day here.
— There’s a small sandy bay side beach that’s shared with dinghies from the boats anchored in the Bay. Not good for swimming.
— Tidelands Park is an awesome vantage point for the Big Bay Boom 4^th of July fireworks show.

Great place to hang out. A beautiful view of the bridge.

This is one of my family’s favorite spots to host our get togethers. Very low key, quiet enough. Beautiful view of the city and the Coronado bridge. Easy to find… Sometimes parking can be a bitch, especially on major holidays! so get there early! They allow grills… but there aren’t too many tables/​chairs so I suggest bringing your own fold outs. Plenty of bike trails so bring your bike! A big enough park for the kiddies. Oh their bathroom is kinda gross thoughhhh.

It’s a very big spacious park perfect for large family reunions, birthday parties, bbq’s, or even just to stroll with your dog. It’s perfect for all ages and will not disappoint. It overlooks the Coronado bridge and has a fantastic view of downtown San Diego which can be overlooked on the pier which is walking distance from the park.
I went here for a family luau get together and i was surprised on how much space they had. A bunch of picnic grass areas to plot your area in. My dog seemed to like the area and I’m so glad it’s a pet friendly area too, they provided doggie bag posts everywhere for your doggie’s needs. So I was very stoked about that.
They even had a small beach area too right next to the park if you wanted to get your feet wet in the water or touch the warm sand. Overall, this park is perfect for all ages and dogs as well!

The park has a great view of the Coronado Bridge. It’s also merely a hop, skip and jump away from the gorgeous view of downtown. There’s a playground, a few baseball fields, open space, a skate park and a little tiny corner to work out. They also have restrooms and a tiny parking lot. Be aware it gets crowded on weekends.
I have great memories of this place. As a teenager living out of Paradise Hills, my cousins and I came here to celebrate birthdays, have picnics and go kite flying. For many years, this was a tradition we kept up, until everyone started getting married/​having kids/​moving to the newer side of Chula Vista.
These days, I usually come here to run after work. It’s less crowded than running along Harbor Drive. You don’t have to feed meter parking. There are so few tourists to dodge and no fear of being run over by a pedicab. Though it feels a whole lot safer than running downtown, don’t forget to run smart and pay attention to your surroundings. Otherwise, good points all around.
If you take the path that heads towards downtown, behind the Marriott hotel, and up to Centennial Park (north of the Ferry Landing), it’s about 2 miles there and back. The view of downtown is gorgeous, though you’ll have to dodge a small number of tourists. Late in the afternoon, it’s not so bad.
If you take the path that goes under the Coronado Bridge, you can get a nice, flat run along Glorietta Blvd. It’s about 4 miles from Tidelands to the Bluewater Boathouse Restaurant and back. It’s about 6 miles, if you take it a little past Glorietta Park and back. If you’ve done the Coronado Valentine’s 10k, you know what I’m talking about. If you want to be a rockstar, Tidelands to the entrance of the Coronado Cays, on the southside of the Strand, is about 13 miles. Go, you!

Great park with a great view of the Coronado Bridge and parts of downtown. There is plenty of free parking and open space. It’s a really nice place to relax and watch the boats go by or bike/​stroll along the sidewalk which leads to Seaport Village in one direction, the golf course and Hotel Del in the other direction. The sidewalks are not very well lit at night (like most public parks), but still has a very safe vibe.

This is a nice skatepark, not much of a competitive vibe here, and it is so beautiful.
Friendly staff, park supplies pads and boards if you do not have one.
My only qualm is that they don’t let parents inside to watch or help, even if the park is empty and there is no wifi. Spectator seating is very limited if close to none at all.
I would consider this a nice break in spot for kids just learning to skateboard, I also appreciate the fact that no scooters are permitted.
There is a large grass area surrounded by palm trees and nice little beach you can go relax at close by.
There are real bathrooms close by and not port-​a-​crappers… with real sinks, soap and running water.

Beautiful large park. Amazing views. Great place to hang or to go for a bike ride…

Why the heck do no California parks have swings??? This park is nice and busy and there’s lots to do but frustrated with no swings anywhere I try!!!

Perfect place to launch a kayak right under the bridge. An excellent place to have a picnic since the Chula Vista side can get a lot more windy.
Easy to get to by just crossing the bridge and then the first two rights and you are there.
Just a great place to chill out, picnic, ride a trikke or bike, kayak, etc.

Very clean park with a great view of the bay.

Tideland’s Park just happens to be the finish line for The Navy’s Bridge Run/​Walk.
Lets address the tiny beach at Tidelands first. I mean, this park is named Tidelands. You would expect land and tides. None of that here. The beach is not much of a beach. It’s more like a huge sandbox close to polluted water. My suggestion, don’t swim at this beach. My advice, don’t drink the water. The purpose of this mini-​beach is to maybe lay out for a tan. But that’s it.
As for the park itself, you won’t be too disappointed. This park is huge and is also connected to Ferry’s Landing where all the shops and shopping is located. This park also has additional amenities including softball fields, a skate park, playgrounds, walking trails, and beautiful views. Yes, perfect views of DTSD and SD’s landmark, the Coronado Bridge.
Parking here is usually pretty good unless you’re here during a 3 day weekend or another fun run.
TIP: Enjoy SD’s gorgeous weather. Rent bikes at Ferry’s Landing and enjoy!

A definite place to take out of town guests for beautiful pics of SD.
This hidden gem has well maintained grass and playgrounds for the kids to enjoy. Picnic tables are plenty and have a great view of the bay. There’s a trail that runs along the shoreline to the Coronado Ferry Landing and back underneath the Coronado Bridge to the golf course on the opposite side. If you follow the road it will take you to
Hotel Del Coronado if your willing to walk that far. I’ve biked it.

A huge park with an even huger view… complete with sweeping lawn, picnic tables, play structures, skate park, paved bayfront path, small beach, restrooms, and sports fields. During the week, it’s quiet and a nice place to start a walk (to either Ferry Landing in one direction or a golf course in the other), eat lunch or dinner, or fly a kite. On the weekends, it can be packed with mini-​athletes, cheering parents, and big family gatherings. Lots of photo opps here as well.

Tucked near the armpit of the Coronado Bay Bridge.
This park is roomy, easy to get to (it’s the first right turn when you get off the bridge) has tons of parking, clean, has a million dollar view of the bay, public restrooms, skater park, playground for the kids, lots of picnic tables and benches, shady trees, has wide pathways throughout for joggers, bikers and dorks on Segway rentals to ride on.
Very popular with locals and doesn’t get too crowded unless there’s a big event going on. All the tourists head to the beach near Hotel Del or the Ferry Landing — Harbor Excursion.
Keep this place in mind when you’re up for a little waterfront picnic with the family but don’t want to deal with the crowds. If you need extra food or ice, Albertsons & KFC is a couple blocks away.
Parking is free but they will tow your car if you’re parked beyond 10:30 pm.

My boyfriend and I have been walking on the park’s walk/​bike path since we’ve been dating. If you walk further north, pass the Marriott Hotel and the Ferry Marketplace, you will enjoy Downtown San Diego’s Skyline. It is especially beautiful when the Padres have fireworks on certain Fridays or have fireworks near the Embarcadero.
This place is very romantic. First, enjoy a romantic dinner at the Ferry Marketplace area. Then, walk off your calories, sit down, and enjoy the view of Downtown San Diego. I love this place. It never gets old.
Sometimes you may witness people getting married, a wedding reception, an extravagant birthday party near the Marriott Hotel, taking wedding pictures, prom pictures, debut pictures, or quince pictures.

The Navy Run’s finish line.
Great photo opps and lots of open, grassy space. Nice place to hang for a picnic, bring the kids/​pets, bike ride, take a stroll — all while enjoying the unbeatable views of SD and the Coronado Bay Bridge.

One of my favorite parks in San Diego. This park has a very cool breeze as the wind blows off the bay. With a great view of San Diego, Tidelands park is a photo nut hotspot. You can also get upclose and personal with the Coronado Bridge. Excellent place for a little night photography as well.
The northern route on the path along Tidelands Park will take you to Ferry Landing Marketplace. There, you can take the ferry back and forth to downtown San Diego.
*great spot after dinner on first dates (wink, wink)