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North County Inland

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Get Outdoors at San Diego Inland - Coastal Mountains and Desert

A beautiful area of rolling hills and winding roads, San Diego's North County Inland is an exceptional place to spend time outdoors. Hike or bike to the top of Palomar Mountain, or golf at over 40 courses carved out of the natural landscape. Spend an afternoon at one of the local wineries or on a craft beer tour at one of the many local breweries that enliven this area. And no trip to San Diego would be complete without a visit to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido, where you can venture to Africa and Asia without having to leave Southern California. For an off-the-beaten-path experience, head to the family friendly Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park where the entrance is free and the kids can get up close to dozens of brilliant peacocks.

Easy Access to Disneyland, Balboa Park & San Diego Beaches

North County's inland region provides easy access to the best of Southern California with plenty of luxury resorts and family friendly hotels. Halfway between downtown San Diego and Anaheim, North County is an easy freeway drive to the Magic Kingdom at Disneyland, the gorgeous beaches of North County Coastal, the museums of Balboa Park, and Downtown San Diego, where the nightlife of the Gaslamp Quarter awaits. 

San Diego Inland Restaurants and Dining Experience

Dining is a treat in North County too and options range from elegant to more casual experiences. As a region with strong agricultural roots, many of the chefs have also forged strong bonds with area farmers and infuse their cuisine with local, seasonal and farm fresh ingredients.

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Getting to North Inland

Most of North County Inland is accessible from the I-15. If you're heading inland from the beach in North County, take the Ted Williams Parkway (Route 56 east) and merge north on I-15. Hotels along the North Inland corridor can be reached by exiting on Carmel Mountain Road and Rancho Bernardo Road. Stay on the I-15 north to Escondido and smaller towns including Fallbrook and Vista too. The Sprinter light rail runs from coastal Oceanside to inland Escondido. Bus Routes 20, 30, 50 and Rapid 235 are express routes that run from Downtown San Diego to Escondido.

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1. San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Jambo! A Safari Adventure in San Diego

San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd
Escondido, CA 92027-9614
(619) 718-3000
Neighborhood: North Inland
Galleries & Museums

2. San Diego Archaeological Center

Museum - Education - Research

San Diego Archaeological Center
16666 San Pasqual Valley Rd
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 291-0370
Neighborhood: North Inland
Galleries & Museums

3. San Diego Children's Discovery Museum

Explore, Imagine, and Experiment

San Diego Children's Discovery Museum
320 North Broadway
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 233-7755
Neighborhood: North Inland
Theatre

4. PowPAC Poway Community Theatre

PowPAC Poway Community Theatre
13250 Poway Road
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 679-8085
Neighborhood: North Inland
History & Heritage

5. Persian Cultural Center

Persian Cultural Center
6790 Top Gun St. #7
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 552-9355
Neighborhood: North Inland
Hotels & Resorts

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
17240 Bernardo Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 676-1660
Neighborhood: North Inland
Restaurants

7. Crab Hut Mira Mesa

Louisiana Seafood Kitchen

Crab Hut Mira Mesa
8280 Mira Mesa Blvd, Suite E
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 860-5225
Neighborhood: North Inland
Golf

8. San Diego Golf Reservations / Showtime Golf

Tee Times, Groups, Rental Clubs, Transportation

San Diego Golf Reservations / Showtime Golf
14231 Garden Road, Suite 16
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 456-8366
Neighborhood: North Inland
Golf

9. Maderas Golf Club

Golf Digest Top 100 Courses in the United States

Maderas Golf Club
17750 Old Coach Rd
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 451-8100
Neighborhood: North Inland
Camping & RV Parks

10. La Jolla Indian Adventure Park

Rooted in Tradition. Built for Adventure.

La Jolla Indian Adventure Park
801 Campground Road
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
(760) 742-2424
Neighborhood: North Inland
Tours & Sightseeing

11. Destination Temecula Wine Tours & Experiences

Just over the hills, yet a million miles away...

Destination Temecula Wine Tours & Experiences
28475 Old Town Front Street, Suite F
Temecula, CA 92590
(951) 695-1232
Neighborhood: North Inland
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12. Poway Center for the Performing Arts

Owned and operated by the City of Poway

Poway Center for the Performing Arts
15498 Espola Road
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 748-0505
Neighborhood: North Inland
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13. AVANT - Rancho Bernardo Inn

A forward idea in dining

AVANT - Rancho Bernardo Inn
17550 Bernardo Oaks
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 675-8550
Neighborhood: North Inland
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14. California Center for the Arts, Escondido

Discover, Create & Celebrate the Arts

California Center for the Arts, Escondido
340 N Escondido Boulevard
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 839-4138
Neighborhood: North Inland
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15. Beach 2 You

Beach Essentials, Right to Your Door

Beach 2 You
(760) 519-7005
Neighborhood: North Inland

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