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Powerhouse Park (Coast Blvd.) – This is surely one of the
most idyllic playgrounds, situated right next to a sandy beach
and sparkling ocean. Children can swing on swings to the tune of waves
breaking. The park also has slides, picnic tables, and a grassy area (perfect
for toddlers who want to eat their lunch anywhere except the picnic table).
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Del Mar City Beach – The beach at Del Mar is a
classic southern California gem, flat sand beach, warm water in summer
(pretty cold in winter for swimming without a wetsuit), lifeguard all
year, and a feeling that summer never ends. |
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A great place to play is where
the shallow San Dieguito River runs into the ocean. If you're lucky, you
might see horses from Del Mar race track, exercising in the waves. |
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Del Mar Fairgrounds – There's always something
going on at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, from the Del Mar National Horse Show, San Diego County Fair (carnival rides), or Holiday of Lights (Thanksgiving to Christmas). |
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Torrey Pines State Reserve – One of the rarest
pine trees, the Torrey Pines, grows on the cliffs above the ocean here.
The reserve has miles of sandy trails that meander through the native coastal
sage. In spring, the bushes are thick with yellow, red and blue wild flowers. |
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For a view of the ocean and inland lagoon, take the very short High Point
Trail. |
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For a longer trail with pines and views of sandstone formations,
take the Guy Fleming Trail. The Broken Hill Trail is a mile
to the beach, but you can wander as far as you like, every point is interesting
for kids along the way. |
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These trails are fine for toddlers, but be careful
around the cliffs near the beach. |
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