The County Parks and Recreation Department offers more than two dozen local parks around San Diego County. Nearly all of these neighborhood parks offer playgrounds, lawns, and picnic areas.
If you’re looking for a place to host that special celebration, one of these local parks may be right for you.
Remember that availability is on a first come, first serve basis. Go to this page to see a list of our local parks. Note that some parks are alcohol free.
Nine of our County Parks have special reservable picnic areas for those special occasions. From company picnics, wedding receptions, or large family reunions, to birthday parties or team building events, we have a park for you.
- The reservable areas can accommodate from 50 to 500 people depending on the park.
- Each area offers picnic tables, benches, and barbecues.
- Many parks offer a covered pavilion with electrical outlets, a serving counter, and a large barbecue stove.
- Reservations are available up to a year in advance.
Please visit our day-use availability page to find a site that will suit your special event needs. Then, call our reservation desk at 877-565-3600 to reserve your spot.
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| Dos Picos | Three reservable areas on 78 oak-studded acres surrounded by steep, boulder-strewn slopes. |
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El Monte
| Seven reservable grassy areas in this popular 98-acre park. |
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Felicita
| Seven reservable areas on 53 acres of dense oak groves and grassy play area. |
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Flinn Springs
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Three reservable areas plus three small group areas on 40 acres.
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Guajome Regional
| Conveniently located 40 miles north of San Diego, bordering Oceanside, this park offers an on-site pavilion. |
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Lake Morena
| Lake Morena is located in Campo and offers an on-site pavilion. |
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Lincoln Acres
| Offers an on-site community center. |
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Louis Stelzer
| The oak-shaded picnic area in this 340-acre park features a bbq grill, benches, and a lawn area. |
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Old Ironsides
| This El Cajon Park offers an on-site community center and picnic tables for day use. |
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Otay Lakes
| One reservable area with a spectacular view of Lower Otay Lake highlights this 78-acre park in the South Bay. |
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Pine Valley
| Three reservable areas on 17 acres featuring tall pines and ancient oaks. |
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Potrero
| Grassy meadows and hundreds of oaks enhance the reservable picnic area on 115 acres. |
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San Dieguito
| Only minutes from the ocean are four reservable areas in this 125-acre park. |
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Sweetwater
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This 540-acre regional park offers an on-site pavilion.
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Tijuana River Valley
| Nearly 1700 acres of diverse habitats, sports facilities, a bird and butterfly garden, and even a community garden are features of this regional park. |
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William Heise
| More than 900-acres within its boundaries, this park offers one picnic area and a wedding tree. |
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