Mariner’s Point

Location: 1100 West Mission Bay Drive, Mission Bay
San Diego, California (map)
Phone: (619) 235-1169; More info: Website

Mariner's Point is an open, sandy peninsula and a smaller grassy area, next to Bonita Cove. Swimming is not allowed here. The peninsula has a picnic shelter and restrooms on the grassy area. Fishing is popular on the east side of Mariner's Point.

A permit can be issued for a gathering up to 250 people, with two inflatables maximum.

People must stay at least 500 feet away from a Least Tern nesting area, located at the tip of Mariner's Point. The protected area is fenced off.

Other Details

Hours

4am to 10pm
Parking lot closes at 10pm

Rules

No alcohol allowed. No glass containers.

Restrooms

Restrooms are nearby

Directions & Parking to Mariner’s Point

From South or East San Diego, take I-8 to the Sports Arena Blvd. exit, make a right onto West Mission Bay Drive and continue on to West Mission Bay Drive ramp. Continue over the bridge and the parking lot will be on the left-hand side.

From North San Diego, take I-5 to the Sea World Drive exit, make a right onto Sea World Drive and continue on to West Mission Bay Drive ramp. Continue over the bridge and the parking lot will be on the left-hand side.

Parking is free in these lots.