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Paradise Creek Educational Park
National City, CA
By Simir Shah
A restored tidal creek and wetland tucked behind the Westside neighborhood, with interpretive signs and native planting — a real slice of salt marsh in the middle of a city. It's compact, so pair it with something else nearby; check for family volunteer planting days, which kids tend to love.
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San Diego CountyNational CityNature preserve
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