Pepper Park

A Waterfront Gem

Named after prominent National City businessman and civic leader Leonard Pepper, this 5-½ acre park adjoins the Sweetwater Channel and offers colorful play equipment, a convenient boat launching ramp and a well-equipped fishing pier with lighting for night fishing in the vibrant San Diego Bay.

Amenities:

Bike Racks
Boat Launch
Fishing Pier
Picnic Tables
Play Equipment
Public Art
Restrooms

Location: 3299 Tidelands Ave, National City, CA 91950

Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.

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Dogs are allowed on leash in all Port of San Diego parks. There are no leash-free parks or beaches on Port of San Diego property.

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Playground over sand with slides and ladders at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Long picnic tables surrounded by green grass and trees at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Bike rack at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Drinking water fountain surrounded by luscious, green grass at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Man fishing off the fishing pier on a sunny day with blue skies and glistening water at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Tree-lined path along the water with bright blue skies at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Restroom with white and gray tiled exterior and curvilinear roof at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Vending machines for beverages and snacks outside the restroom at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Picnic tables surrounded by green grass and trees along the path at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Hot coals disposal bin at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Bike rack at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Boat launch at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Boat launch Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Sea Dragon urban tree sculpture by Deana Mando at Pepper Park at the Port of San Diego

Sea Dragon

Artist: Deana Mando
Location: Pepper Park in National City Marina District

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