Mission Trails Regional Park encompasses more than 8,000 acres of natural and developed recreational areas. Its rugged hills, valleys and open areas represent San Diego before explorer Juan Cabrillo's landing in San Diego Bay in 1542.

Centrally located and only eight miles northeast of downtown San Diego, Mission Trails Regional Park provides a quick, natural escape from the urban hustle and bustle. It is considered the third Jewel in the City of San Diego Parks system. Along with Balboa Park and Mission Bay Park, San Diego residents and visitors can explore the city's natural, cultural, historical and recreational aspects.

Started in 1974, Mission Trails Regional Park has become one of the largest urban parks in the United States. The park is home to the historic site of the Old Mission Dam, built to store water for the Mission San Diego de Alcala.

With about 60 miles of trails, boating on the City's Murray Reservoir, camping at Kumeyaay Lake, numerous informative hikes and a state-of-the-art Visitor and Interpretive Center, Mission Trails Regional Park has something to offer everyone.

Please click on the files below to see the current calendar of events or for information about volunteering. ​

Program Guide

Volunteer Flyer

Kumeyaay Lake Campground Brochure

• Mission Trails Regional Park Map
• Map of West Sycamore

For more information, please visit Mission Trails Regional Park Online. To make a reservation, please visit Kumeyaay Lake Campground Reservation.

To report suspected illegal activity, including transient encampments, encroachment onto City property or other maintenance needs, please call 619-668-3281. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

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