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Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor & Interpretive Center — San Diego, California

Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor & Interpretive Center in San Diego: best for ages 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Free.

AddressOne Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA 92119
HoursVisitor Center daily 9am–5pm; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
PricesFree
Price notesNo admission fee is stated on the official Visitor Center page; the center has wildlife exhibits, a native plant garden and trailheads.
Age notesNo official age guidance on the Visitor Center page fetched — Not confirmed.
BookingNo reservation for general visits.
Suggested timeAbout 2 hours
AccessibilityNot confirmed on the official pages fetched 2026-11-05.
ParkingParking at the Visitor Center; the fee was Not confirmed on the official pages fetched
Hours in detailVisitor and Interpretive Center: open daily 9 AM-5 PM; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. The Visitor Center is free to the public.
Official tipsFree guided nature walks leave from the Visitor Center every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, 9:30-11 AM (8:30-10 AM in July and August), and are cancelled if it rains. Special group walks can be arranged with the ranger at least 10 days ahead.

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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.