Pepper Park
National City, CA
By Simir Shah
★★★★★4.6(1,593 Google reviews)
What parents say
AI summary of 5 Google reviews — not a first-hand visit. How we write these
Recently rebuilt and reviewers are enthusiastic: a pirate ship playground, a separate toddler area, a splash pad that actually works, a small sand beach, covered benches and bay views. Restrooms and plenty of parking. One reviewer wanted more slides for the number of children the place holds.
A bayfront park on the Sweetwater Channel with a fishing pier, playground, picnic tables and public art — an underrated stretch of waterfront. It sits inside a working port district, so follow Tidelands Avenue south past the truck traffic; the park itself is quiet and the pier is the draw.
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3299 Tidelands Ave., National City, CA 91950, USA
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What visitors say
- John Kay★★★★★
The recent renovations are astounding; very pleasant with lots of grass, shade, a small sand/Beach area, and even a water sprinkling area. My only complaint is I only see 2 slides in the entire large area. It seems like this park can accommodate 100-200 people or more; there should be more slides. Very family friendly for now from what I can see.
3 months ago
- Hamptons★★★★★
Revamped and better than ever. Nice and clean equipment for bigger kids and area for smaller kids. Has covered benches near playground. Splash pad is a good size.
4 months ago
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