Trail to Bay Hike: Otay Valley Regional Park (Bilingual)
¡Acompáñenos en nuestra primera caminata bilingüe en Otay Valley Regional Park! Aprenderemos sobre la flora y la fauna de San Diego, mientras nos convertimos defensores de la naturaleza durante el Trail to Bay Challenge.
Join us as we become master trackers on the trails of Otay Valley Regional Park. This hike will focus on looking for signs of native wildlife, including tracks, scat, and the different types of animal homes that surround Fenton Pond.
Date: November 12, 2023
Check-in time: 9:00 am
Duration: 2 hours
Meeting Location: We will meet just north of the parking lot located at the ranger station at 2155 Beyer Blvd, San Diego, CA 92154. See attached map! Look for the large flag with the Trail to Bay Challenge logo!
Driving directions: From I-805: Take I-805 south to the Main Street exit. Turn right onto Main St and continue for approximately 2.2 miles. Turn left onto Broadway and continue as it turns into Beyer Blvd. The entrance to the parking lot will be on your right, roughly .5 mile from Main Street.
Suggested parking: This park offers a dirt/gravel lot with limited spaces. This lot is located at 2155 Beyer Blvd, San Diego, CA 92154. ** Please note that this lot does not open if there is rain.
Nearest Trailhead and Restrooms to meeting location: The nearest restrooms are located next to the ranger station off of Beyer Blvd.
Hike lengths: This location can provide two hike options. The first option is a shorter hike that will follow the Fenton pond trail loop and is approximately ¾ of a mile. The second option is a longer hike that will follow the Fenton Pond trail loop and then continue on the trail past a meadow area. This hike option is approximately 1 ½ miles.
Program Supplies: Please make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for hiking. Bringing a water bottle, bug protection, and sun protection are highly recommended.
Hiking level: Easy
No pets will be allowed on the hike.
Calendar of Events
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4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Vermicomposting Workshop
Vermicomposting Workshop
Offered the last Sunday of every month at 11:30 AM. Vermicomposting uses worms to convert waste into fertilizer for your garden! This course will teach you how you can get started with your own worm bin and how to care for your worm friends! This class is included with admission. Chula Vista residents can receive
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Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Eagle Mesa para aprender sobre Betsy, el águila calva, y dorado, el águila real! Estas presentaciones bilingües de animales ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. ___________________________ Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend
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Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
Caminata safari de Sweetwater Bilingüe | Bilingual Sweetwater Safari Hike
¡Acompáñenos todos los sábados a explorar el sendero de la marisma de Sweetwater en el refugio silvestre nacional de la bahía de San Diego! Aprenderemos sobre la historia de la marisma de Sweetwater, el ecosistema de la marisma salada, y las plantas y vida silvestre que prospera en este espacio protegido. Mochilas con actividades divertidas, incluyendo
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Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Shark & Ray Experience para aprender sobre las especies locales de tiburones, rayas, y más! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. _________________________ Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays and more! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first
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Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Turtle Lagoon para aprender sobre las tortugas marinas que se encuentran en nuestra bahia! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. __________________ Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about Emerald, the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend of each month.
4 events,
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
Presentación del águilas | Eagle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Eagle Mesa para aprender sobre Betsy, el águila calva, y dorado, el águila real! Estas presentaciones bilingües de animales ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. ___________________________ Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend
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Taller de Compostaje Bilingüe
Taller de Compostaje Bilingüe
Ofrecido en inglés y español el primer domingo de cada mes a las 11:30am. La composta convierte desechos orgánicos que terminaría en la basura en tierra rica en nutrientes. Reduzca su huella de carbón, desvíe residuo, y mejore su jardín con una sola solución. Acompáñenos a uno de nuestros talleres de 1 hora para comenzar
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Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
Presentación de tiburones y rayas | Shark & Ray Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Shark & Ray Experience para aprender sobre las especies locales de tiburones, rayas, y más! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. _________________________ Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays and more! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first
Learn more »
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
Presentación de tortugas marinas | Sea Turtle Presentation
¡Acompáñenos en Turtle Lagoon para aprender sobre las tortugas marinas que se encuentran en nuestra bahia! Estas presentaciones bilingües ocurren el primer fin de semana de cada mes. __________________ Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about Emerald, the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle! Bilingual animal presentations occur the first weekend of each month.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
5 events,
Shark Awareness Day Celebration
Shark Awareness Day Celebration
Celebrate Shark Awareness Day on July 13 & July 14 at the Living Coast! Learn about sharks' vital role in maintaining our ecosystem with educational activities, arts& crafts, and animal encounters! Don't forget to visit the Shark & Ray Experience to catch a glimpse of leopard sharks, gray smooth-hound sharks, horn sharks, and more! SCHEDULE
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Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh, the salt marsh ecosystem, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities, including magnifying glasses and binoculars, will be available
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
5 events,
Shark Awareness Day Celebration
Shark Awareness Day Celebration
Celebrate Shark Awareness Day at the Living Coast! Learn about sharks' vital role in maintaining our ecosystem with educational activities, arts& crafts, and animal encounters! Don't forget to visit the Shark & Ray Experience to catch a glimpse of leopard sharks, gray smooth-hound sharks, horn sharks, and more! SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: 10:30 AM: Eagle Presentation
Learn more »
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Compost Workshop
Compost Workshop
Compost Workshops Offered every Sunday at 11:30 AM. Composting turns organic waste that would end up in a landfill into nutrient-rich soil. Lower your carbon footprint, divert waste, and enhance your garden all with one solution. Join us for a one-hour workshop to get you started and answer questions. (Included with cost of admission) On
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh, the salt marsh ecosystem, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities, including magnifying glasses and binoculars, will be available
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Compost Workshop
Compost Workshop
Compost Workshops Offered every Sunday at 11:30 AM. Composting turns organic waste that would end up in a landfill into nutrient-rich soil. Lower your carbon footprint, divert waste, and enhance your garden all with one solution. Join us for a one-hour workshop to get you started and answer questions. (Included with cost of admission) On
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Sweetwater Safari Hike
Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh, the salt marsh ecosystem, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities, including magnifying glasses and binoculars, will be available
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
4 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Vermicomposting Workshop
Vermicomposting Workshop
Offered the last Sunday of every month at 11:30 AM. Vermicomposting uses worms to convert waste into fertilizer for your garden! This course will teach you how you can get started with your own worm bin and how to care for your worm friends! This class is included with admission. Chula Vista residents can receive
Learn more »
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
3 events,
Eagle Presentation
Eagle Presentation
Join us at Eagle Mesa to learn about Betsy, the bald eagle, and Dorado, the golden eagle! These talks occur Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Shark & Ray Presentation
Shark & Ray Presentation
Join us at the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the local species of sharks, rays, and more! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 PM.
Sea Turtle Presentation
Sea Turtle Presentation
Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about the sea turtles we can find in our bay! These presentations occur Wednesday through Sunday at 2:30 PM.
1 event,
Farm to Bay 2024
Farm to Bay 2024
FARM TO BAY 2024 Saturday, August 3 4:00 to 7:30 PM Join us for an exclusive evening supporting coastal wildlife, education, and sustainability at the Living Coast Discovery Center! Our annual fundraising event is back for its 15th year featuring food & beverage samplings from sustainably minded restaurants, breweries, wineries, and more, animal encounters, silent
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