BORDER FIELD STATE PARK
Overview
Border Field State Park contains much of the Tijuana River National
Estuarine Research Reserve, an important wildlife habitat. The park
also commemorates the site of the international border established
by the 1848 treaty between the U.S and Mexico. Note: Park is closed
annually during the wet season, normally November through April.
The park is located 15 miles south of San Diego via I-5, Dairy Mart
and Monument Roads.
Trails
The North McCoy Trail incorporates interpretive signage on a trail
through a marsh setting that is accessible for 0.66 mile. Trailhead,
restroom and designated accessible parking are available near park
office on Caspian Drive in Imperial Beach.
The South McCoy Trail is a backcountry trail though a marsh setting
that is accessible for about 0.75 mile. Trailhead is at the center
of 5th Street and Iris Avenue, Imperial Beach. Parking is available
at the end of Iris Avenue.
Exhibits/Programs
Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center. The exhibits are generally accessible,
but assistance may be needed to operate some of the interactive
exhibits. Park staff is available to help. The restroom permits
front and side transfers and is generally accessible. Parking. There
are two accessible parking spaces located at the visitor center,
but some assistance may be needed at the curb ramp.
CARLSBAD STATE BEACH
Overview
Carlsbad State Beach is a small 14-acre beach located at the foot
of coastal bluffs. It is located at 7201 S. Carlsbad Boulevard,
Carlsbad, CA 92009.
Picnic Area
Tamarack Surf Beach. Two of five picnic tables on the paved walkway
are generally accessible. High-low drinking fountains are accessible.
Restrooms are old and not wheelchair accessible. Parking includes
four designated accessible spaces.
CUYAMACA RANCHO STATE PARK
Overview
Cuyamaca Ranch State Park sits about 6000 feet high in the Peninsular
Mountain Range, some 40 miles east of San Diego. The park is on
Highway 79, five miles north of I-8 in Descanso.
Camping
Closed seasonally, December through March
Picnic Area
Paso Picacho Picnic Area has four designated accessible picnic sites,
each with accessible picnic tables. Routes of travel from parking
to restrooms are accessible.
OLD TOWN SAN DIEGO STATE
HISTORIC PARK
Overview
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park recreates life in the Mexican
and early American periods of 1821 to 1872. Five original adobes
are part of the complex, which includes shops, restaurants and a
museum.
Exhibits/Programs
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park includes some historic structures
with many uneven brick walkways, entry stairs, narrow doors and
high thresholds that may require assistance. Work is underway at
various places so either vendors or park staff can provide the most
up-to-date information.
Commercial buildings. Many
of the shops and restaurants are usable on the ground floors. Assistance
may be needed and is available with entries and aisles or reach
to some sales items. Restrooms in the commercial structures may
not be accessible. Visitors with disabilities might want to plan
to use accessible facilities where they find them - usually in visitor
center areas.
Exhibits and visitor centers.
The Robinson Rose House, the current visitor center, is generally
accessible, including the store. The McCoy House has re-opened as
the new visitor center with accessible facilities. Other generally
accessible facilities that may require some assistance include the
Seeley’s Stable Barn, the Casa de Estudillo and its garden,
the Courthouse Jail exhibit, the Old Town Theater Barn and the Casa
Machado de Silvas. Other exhibit centers are usable. Restrooms.
Generally accessible restrooms are located at Lot A (Restroom #1),
at Mason St. (Restroom #3) and at the Little Plaza Schoolhouse (Restroom
#4). Parking. Seven parking lots serve Old Town. All have designated
accessible parking and some have accessible restrooms as noted.
Routes of travel. A concrete walkway encircles the area and is generally
accessible. Routes from parking lots to the main circle or from
the circle to the sites include some slopes.
SILVER STRAND STATE
BEACH
Overview
Silver Strand State Beach features extensive beaches on both the
Pacific Ocean and San Diego Bay with many accessible features. The
front gate opens year-round at 8 a.m. Camping is available for self
contained vehicles - motor-homes or trailers. It’s always
a good idea to call ahead regarding operating hours, fees, and conditions,
which can change. The beach is located 4.5 miles south of the city
of Coronado on Highway 75.
Camping
Self-contained vehicles may camp in the lot on the (ocean) beach
side, but there are no hook-ups. Only outdoor rinsing showers are
available on both bay and ocean side.
Picnic Area
Ocean or "beach" side: Several small picnic areas include
accessible tables under shade structures. Restrooms: Accessible
restrooms and restrooms with showers are dispersed through the park.
Outdoor rinsing showers are now accessible. Parking: Accessible
spaces are available in all three ocean side lots. Routes of travel:
Paths from parking to beach activity areas are generally level and
accessible.
Bay side: Many shaded accessible picnic tables are available. Tunnels
under the freeway from each ocean side parking lot lead to the Bay
side picnic and beach areas. Routes of travel through the tunnels
are paved and mostly accessible. Tunnel 3 has some 10% slopes for
short distances. All visitors should exercise caution when moving
along park roadways. With park staff permission, visitors with disabilities
may be dropped off at the bay side. Restrooms: Restrooms on the
Bay side are accessible. An outdoor rinsing shower is also accessible.
TORREY PINES STATE RESERVE
Overview
Torrey Pines State Reserve is the home of our nation's rarest pine
tree - Pinus torreyana. A picturesque, pueblo-style structure that
served as a restaurant when it was built in 1923 houses the visitor
center, featuring interpretive displays. Picnicking and camping
are prohibited in the reserve.
Trails
The Discovery Trail is accessible for up to 0.5 mile along coastal
bluffs. Begin from the All Access Trail, travel about 0.2mile to
join the Discovery Trail. Trailhead and accessible parking for the
Discovery (and All Access) trails at East day use lot adjacent to
visitor center/lodge. Restroom: An accessible restroom is across
the road at west day use lot.
Exhibits/Programs
Visitor Center. A historic lodge serves as a visitor center. A usable
accessible route leads around the side of the building to the north
door. Some assistance may be required with slopes or entry thresholds.
The exhibits are generally accessible. A video room is generally
accessible, but some assistance may be needed at the narrow entry.
One captioned video is available, and another is coming. A script
is available upon request for the slide show. Parking. There are
two designated accessible spaces in both the east and west lots.
The east lot is located adjacent to the Lodge, and the west is across
the road from the Lodge. Restroom. A generally accessible restroom
is located in the west parking lot.