Dunes Park
Imperial Beach, CA
Free
By Simir Shah
★★★★★4.6(1,145 Google reviews)
What parents say
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A grassy park right on the sand, with the beach a few steps away, a playground beside the outdoor gym, restrooms, sand showers, picnic tables and a basketball court. Reviewers say it is cleaned daily and the views are good. One family found the water contaminated and could not swim, so check first.
A small oceanfront pocket park right on Seacoast Drive with grassy areas, picnic tables and quick beach access — a calm alternative to the busy pier area for a snack break with a sea view. Look for free parking along Daisy Avenue rather than circling the busier lots.
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790 Seacoast Dr, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
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What visitors say
- Aaron Linsdau Thriller Author★★★★★
As the author of The Grant Colson Thriller Series and SERA Archives Thriller Series, I’ve spent a lot of time around Dunes Park, and it’s one of the best gathering spots near the south end of the beach. The park sits right next to the Pier South Resort and has a mix of features that make it easy to spend time here. There’s a full fitness setup, a basketball court, a playground, and open grassy areas with rolling hills that give the space some shape instead of feeling flat. The design has some nice architectural elements that help it stand out, and the views toward the Imperial Beach Pier are excellent. It’s a great place to sit, walk around, or just take in the ocean. It’s also been here a long time and feels like a true local hangout. You’ll see people exercising, families gathering, and others just relaxing near the beach. I’ve also spent time here walking and thinking through ideas while writing The Maui Desire Romance Series. It’s the kind of open, coastal setting where you get a mix of energy and quiet depending on the time of day. Overall, Dunes Park is a well-designed coastal park with great views, good amenities, and a strong connection to the Imperial Beach waterfront.
6 months ago
- Robert Solberg★★★★★
Great park, friendly neighborhood. You can bbq, walk onto the beach which is like 10-15 steps to the sand. I go here every Saturday morning @ 10am for the Dunes Park NA meeting. If you need a meeting, this one’s great!
10 months ago
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