Cottonwood Creek Park

Location: 95 N. Vulcan Ave,, Encinitas, California (map)
More info: Website' Info & Permits: (760) 633-2740
Hours: 5am - 10pm

Park Highlights

Cottonwood Creek Park is a long, narrow park with grassy knolls and secluded natural spaces located in Encinitas CA.

Near the park's entrance is a war memorial with walls and three flags—US, California, and POW. Beyond the memorial is a landscaped area with a dirt path, rock garden with flowers and natural scrubs, and trees. Still beyond is a beautiful view of the park and creek.

North of the memorial, an entry way leads from Vulcan Ave. into a parking lot.

Cottonwood Creek, with seasonal water, runs through the length of the park. Wooden foot bridges cross the creek while a dirt path meanders and parallels it. There is a look out point along one section of bridge, with benches, and overhanging trees. The grassy area makes up a large part of the park. In the middle of the park is a large children's playground, restrooms, and a cabana and picnic area with BBQs. At the far end are basketball courts and tennis courts.

Cottonwood Creek Park is peaceful and quite, and large enough for you to find a secluded spot if you want.

The park is just one block from Coast Hwy 101, downtown Encinitas and the Coaster Station, and a few blocks from Moonlight State Beach.

Cottonwood Creek Park is host to Encinitas Environment Day in early June.

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