Lopez Ridge Park and Meeting Center

I went her to dive off on that road that goes down into the canyon. It is on your right as you drive into the park. I enjoy walking around in the brush and looking at all the vegetation.
There are several varieties of cacti, sage and other desert vegetation along with lots of river rocks.
If you walk downstream, you come to the bridge. I didn’t want to go down there because I didn’t want to broach the possibility of disturbing whoever might be living under that bridge. Likewise, I walked upstream until the trees and found an abandoned camp of someone who left their tent and all their crap. I didn’t investigate other than decide to come back.
If you follow the road upstream, it will go through a narrow canyon and eventually end as it is a service road for the storm drains.
I found three golf balls and a nice length of rebar on my walk today — but I left them behind.
I took some photos of the interesting things I saw. It was peaceful and quiet down there.

It’s a nice and clean local park that is over ample size for the neighborhood for small scale sports and activities and some shade for picnics. I’ve heard complaints that the park doesn’t have enough lights for evening activities, but I argue otherwise. It’s a small neighborhood park. It’s meant to serve the neighborhood and not a larger audience. Lights would only bring more noise and its use beyond typical times to an otherwise quiet residential neighborhood.

Great park and community center. Family fun the sun!
We had a great time at a kiddie bday party. Inflatable bounce house on the lawn meant we found the right party. There were several events going on, but the park space and picnic tables are limited as well as the actual number of available vehicle parking spaces, so staking your claim early is key to planning a successful party.
The playground had some cool features and there’s a softball/​baseball field in the distance. There are some rocky trails as we noticed hikers & joggers emerging through the chaparral and shrubbery.
Neat neighborhood park. Would attend if invited again.

Well-​maintained park with basketball courts, an open field for baseball, a playground, and a path going all around the park. There is also a facility that supposedly has mommy & me, Zumba, and other various workout classes although I haven’t been. I usually come here and run a few loops around the field — three loops almost make up a mile (to give you a little perspective as to how large the field is). Also great for kids! So many families who probably live nearby come with their babies and kids and play in the field or playground.
There are staff who really take good care of this park — one time I had an ankle issue and they heard me calling for help. They helped me stand up and gladly gave me an ice pack as well as advice for my ankle. Very kind!

Love this park, only downside would be some times people have parties and thrash the whole park after

I oftentimes drive on Calle Cristobal on my way home from work and, when I do, I pass this park.
One day I decided to make a pitstop to check out the park and to do a training run. What I discovered was a big park area, a playground, a large field, and a basketball court. Additionally, there’s a rec center that has events, etc…
As you drive by, you don’t see all of what this park offers. There are 2 designated parking lots and are very well lit. I parked my car and ran along Calle Cristobal.
From this park to the end of Calle Cristobal/​Camino Ruiz and back (R/​T) is about 4 miles.

This park is fantastic for working out, casual strolls, walking the dog, family time, basketball, anything!
The park is quietly situated in the North mira mesa area tucked away in the residences. One side overlooks the canyon so you have a nice view to watch while you walk. There is plenty of space in the park to do springs or any sports. There’s also a basketball court that is usually not too busy and has good rims (although the court is lopsided). There’s also a nice play structure for kids to play on. There are also workout stations all along the route that allow for pullups, dips, rings, and all sorts of exercises. There are also bathrooms and drinking fountains for use. There are also this and that and this and that and everything!
Basically, great park that accommodates everyone.
only lost 1 star b/​c parking is somewhat limited should it get crowded when you bring lots of friends.

This fun little park is located on the back side of Mira Mesa along Calle Cristobal. It has
basketball court, baseball field, shaded play ground, picnic area, exercise stations, concrete track, and recreation meeting center. Also the bathrooms are clean and it’s a great place to take the kids. This park is well maintained and a neighborhood favorite.

Since moving to SD I have had to find replacements for all my favorite hangout spots. This is my go-​to park in San D. My requirements for a park are simple. I need a place to run laps and I need the park to be convenient. I have everything I need and more. The Lopez Ridge Park is great because it is super close to where I live and there is a track that goes around the entire park. You’re also not bothered by people. The park is really quiet and in my opinion, very safe. I tend to run at night, so safety is important. As you run you have a fairly wide view of the whole park. They have lights on so there are still 2 – 3 dark spots on the far edge of the park so please be aware of your surroundings. On a positive note, at night there are herds of little rabbits that run around the park too. It makes me think I am running through a forest of nature reserve… in fact the park is basically an extension of the Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve. For folks into team sports there are also two hoops for a basketball game and a baseball field. For those with families, there is a sandpit with a playground as well.

Tucked away in the burbs of Mira Mesa this park has all you could need for a good workout and it’s never crowded. it has a basketball court, a track (concrete), field that is big enough to play football or softball and a couple of exercise stops around the track for push ups, sit ups and pull ups.
overall this park is always clean and well taken care of with plenty of parking and bathroom facilities. good spot to get your outdoors exercise on without 20 other hard chargers yelling «on your left!» or «On your right!» every ten seconds like at other parks.

Great place to have B-​Day parties or just take the kids to play.
Has public restrooms, base diamond, 1 full basketball court.
Court is usually full of ppl during evenings. Mostly pick up games.
Shade park area is a plus.

Lopez Ridge Park is a great park for exercise and if you want to do laps of running the Baseball field is huge and there is a really nice playground for kids. Also there are tables for you or anyone else to sit and enjoy a snack. Also it is fairly clean. Overall it is 5 out of 5

not infested by bums or thugs

This park is great! Everytime I’ve taken my toddler here, she always enjoys herself. The playground has a awesome parachute looking awning that reminds me of a circus and provides shade to the litttle ones on a hot summer day. We had my daughter’s 2 year birthday party here last year and it was a huge success. The bathrooms are clean and there is also a baseball field walking distance from the main playground area. There are two parks off Calle Cristobal and Lopez Ridge is my favorite of the two.