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Paradise Creek Educational Park
Photo: Максим Иванов via Google
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Paradise Creek Educational Park

National City, CA

★★★★★4.5(51 Google reviews)

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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National City, CA 91950, USA

Open nowToday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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San Diego CountyNational CityNature preserve

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What visitors say

  • BJ★★★★

    They have a garden! Play equipment and walk paths. Despite the graffiti and trash it’s still a nice park. Bring a trash bag and help keep it clean please. Garden opens M-T-W-Th-S at different hours.

    11 months ago

  • Максим Иванов★★★★★

    I frequently utilize this park for jogging and have grown quite fond of it. The park is home to a variety of avian species, which I often encounter during my runs. The creek's water level fluctuates, sometimes being abundant and other times quite shallow. The park is well-maintained by the city, including regular clean-ups of the creek. The park offers ample space for families to gather and celebrate special occasions. There are playgrounds and other recreational facilities designed for children. Visitors can enjoy sunbathing or seek respite in the shade. I encourage you to view this video for a visual representation of the park.

    a year ago

  • Ana Zuniga★★★★★

    Peaceful and nice. Fun features for kids to play on. It's almost always empty, which is sad because people and their children could use some fresh air and time away from screens. National City people put a lot of heart into conserving the Paradise Creek and creating this space.

    9 months ago

  • Sarah Messenger★★★★★

    This is one of our favorite parks. Nice playground, lots of tables spread out, walking and biking trails, climbing trees, a little stream with wildlife. There is a community garden which is lovely to stroll through when it is open. The one thing it lacks is shade!

    a year ago

  • Enrique Zapata★★★★★

    This place is a sanctuary for wildlife from birds to plants. Enjoy a nice short walk , (about a couple blocks long) The place is hidden but it offers free parking. (Is hidden gem) for those who admire nature as

    a year ago

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