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Where to Go & What to do in Coronado! See a map of the island.

• Tour the Hotel Del Coronado (book a hotel room)
• Take a walking tour of Coronado > 619-435-5993. Fee is $12.
• Visit the newly refurbished Coronado Library - free wireless internet access too!
• Look at some great local Coronado art (every 1st and 3rd Sunday)
• Shop along Orange Avenue (so many quaint shops and restaurants)
• Explore Ferry Landing (take the ferry over to San Diego Seaport Village)
• Bike around the island
• Take a gondola cruise around the Coronado Cays
• Walk under the bridge along the Coronado golf course
• Play at Spreckel's Park
• Take your dog to Dog Beach (located near Sunset Park at end of Ocean Blvd. next to base)
• Stroll along the beach at sunset and take in the Pacific and Point Loma
• Find the ghost of Kate Morgan at the Hotel Del Coronado (if you dare)
• Check out the Coronado Skate Park.
• Take a boat over to Catalina Island.

Land Sports in Coronado:

Biking / Blading / Running > Coronado has over 15 miles of dedicated bike, blading and running paths.

Golfing > Check out these links: LPGA Girls Coronado | Coronado Women's Golf | Coronado Men's Golf.

Little League > Do your kids love baseball? Check out the Coronado little league website.

Soccer > The Coronado Youth Soccer League has a well established recreation and club program.

Tennis > 19 public tennis courts located by the library, yacht club, high school and Coronado Cays.

Water Sports in Coronado:

Beaches, Bays & Parks > Coronado has 12 parks and 4 pristine beaches (Silver Strand State Park).

Coronado Municipal Swimming Pool > 619-522-7308 > Call for pool hours, fees and programs.

Coronado Navy Swimming Association > Quality, competitive swimming programs for everyone.

Coronado Yacht Club > Founded in 1913, it has about 760 members including a Junior Division.

Fishing > Catch big ones at Ferry Landing pier, Hotel Del Coronado breakwater and along the ocean.

Jet Ski > Zoom through the San Diego Bay on jet skis. Contact the Coronado Marriott for details.

Kite Surfing > 619-522-9575 > CaliKites will show you how to catch big air.

Surfing > Coronado Surfing Association and information about surfing in Coronado.

Water Polo > Come and watch or find out how you can join this great sport.

More Information and Related Links:

Coronado High School Sports > Schedules, results and directions to Coronado sporting events.

Coronado Public Golf Course > 619-435-3121 x3 > 18 holes of paradise. $20 to walk, $34 to ride a cart.

Coronado Skate Park > 619-522-7342 > 18,000 square feet of bowls, turns and ramps (review).

Coronado Tree Tour > 619-435-1764 > A 90-minute tour of Coronado's park by local arborist, Shannon Player.

Coronado Walking Tour > A guided walking tour of historic areas in Coronado.

North Island Movie Times > Free movies on base (Lowry Theater) if you are military or have connections.


Frequently asked questions about the Coronado Recreation Department / Community Center:

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I register for a recreation program?
A: You can register by phone (619) 522-7342, fax (619) 522-7870, by mail, in person at 1845 Strand Way, or on-line using Online Registration.
Q: Where can I get a registration form?
A: Forms are located in our brochures that are available at the Coronado Recreation Department, Municipal Pool and the Coronado Public Library. Forms can also be down loaded by choosing the Recreation Activity Registration Form option at the left side of this page.

Q: When can I register in person?
A: You can register in person between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday except major holidays. Registration dates are available in our brochure.

Q: What are the hours and fees for the Municipal Pool?
A: Municipal Pool information is available in the Recreation Brochure and by calling (619) 522-7308.

Q: When are the beach lifeguards on duty?
A: June 15 through mid-September 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, daily. Mid-September through June 14 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, daily. Hours are subject to change.

Q: What are the Rules and Regulations for Special Events at the Beaches or Parks?
A: Complete rules and regulations and Application for Facilities Use Permit are available in our Recreation Brochure, by clicking this link, or by calling (619) 522-7342 and having them mailed to you.

Q: How do I reserve a space at the beach or a park for a special event?
A: Submit a completed Application for Parks and Beach Use, proof of Liability Insurance, and cleaning deposit to 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA 92118 or by fax to (619) 522-7870 at least 10 working days prior to the event but not more than 6 months in advance.

Q: Where can I get information about the Coronado Skatepark?
A: You can call (619) 708-8341.

Q: I live out of town, how can I get a Recreation Brochure?
A: You can call the Recreation Department at (619) 522-7342 and request to have the brochure mailed to you.