Mission Bay

It's largest man-made aquatic park in the country. In 1944, a Chamber of Commerce committee suggested turning Mission Bay into a tourist and recreational center to help expand the city's mostly military community. In the late 1940s, they converted it into what is now beautiful Mission Bay Park. The park offers many recreational activities, including paths for walking, jogging, and biking, volleyball nets plus playgrounds for children.

Life Guards
Lifeguard stations are located in designated areas.

Water Activity
There are 8 official designated swimming areas.

Restrooms/Showers
Public restrooms and showers are available.

Beach Fires
Fires permitted in designated fire rings.

Dogs
Some areas in Mission Bay Park allow dogs to be on leashes, other areas such as Fiesta Island are leash free, and other areas do not allow dogs. Please pay attention to posted signs.

Camping
There is a youth campground located on Mission Bay’s Fiesta Island and throughout the year youth groups with their leaders enjoy a full camping experience there. A permit is required to use this site. It is unlawful for adults to camp, sleep overnight or lodge overnight in Mission Bay Park.

Fishing
Fishing is permitted in all areas of Mission Bay, except in areas designated for swimming, water skiing and personal water craft use (including take off and landing zones). Fishing is also not allowed from any bridge.

Other Activities
Mission Bay offers boat docks and launching facilities, sailboat and motor rentals, bike/walk paths, basketball courts, and playgrounds for children.