Famosa Slough State Marine Conservation Area, San Diego

#209 among attractions in San Diego

Marine reserve, Nature, Natural attraction

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Famosa Slough State Marine Conservation Area is a marine protected area in San Diego on California’s south coast. It consists of a 25-acre wetland and a 12-acre natural channel connecting to the San Diego River estuary. It is flushed by salt water from the estuary as well as rainwater from the surrounding neighborhood. It is owned and maintained by the City of San Diego as a natural park. ()

Coordinates: 32°45'26"N, 117°13'44"W

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Northern San Diego (Mission Bay Park)San Diego United States

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Famosa Slough State Marine Conservation Area – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: SeaWorld, SeaWorld San Diego, Valley View Casino Center, Manta.

0.6 miN
Park, Theme park, Aquarium
SeaWorld, San Diego
16 min walk • SeaWorld San Diego is a renowned marine park nestled along the sun-kissed shores of Mission Bay in San Diego, California. This aquatic wonderland is a fusion of entertainment, education, and conservation, offering visitors an immersive dive into the mysteries of the...
0.5 miN
Aquatic theme park with shows and rides
SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego
13 min walk • SeaWorld San Diego is an iconic marine zoological park nestled along the shores of Mission Bay in San Diego, United States. Renowned for its blend of thrilling rides, educational exhibits, and live aquatic shows, SeaWorld offers visitors an immersive experience into...
1 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Valley View Casino Center, San Diego
26 min walk • The Valley View Casino Center, previously known as the San Diego Sports Arena, is a premier sporting and entertainment venue in the heart of San Diego, United States. With a seating capacity that can accommodate up to 16,000 spectators, this arena has been a hub for...
0.7 miN
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Manta, San Diego
17 min walk • Manta, a thrilling amusement ride located in the bustling city of San Diego, United States, offers an exhilarating experience for adventure seekers and theme park enthusiasts. This attraction, nestled within SeaWorld San Diego, is a roller coaster that combines high...
1.1 miSW
Church
Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, San Diego
29 min walk • The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego is the diocese of the Episcopal Church in the United States of America with jurisdiction over San Diego County, Imperial County and part of Riverside County in California plus all of Yuma County in Arizona. It is in Province 8 and encompasses some 50 congregations.
0.6 miNE
Amusement park, Amusement ride
Emperor, San Diego
16 min walk • Emperor is a Bolliger & Mabillard Dive Coaster at SeaWorld San Diego. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, plans for opening the coaster were pushed back to 2021, before a final opening date of March 12, 2022 was announced.
1.2 miE
Nightlife, Music venue, Rock club
Soma San Diego, San Diego
31 min walk • SOMA is a concert venue in the Midway neighborhood of San Diego, California, adjacent to the San Diego Sports Arena.
0.5 miNW
32°45'47"N • 117°14'6"W
San Diego Whale Watch, San Diego
14 min walk • Dolphin and whale watching, Outdoor activities, Tours
1.4 miNW
32°46'3"N • 117°15'0"W
Mission Beach Pilates, San Diego
37 min walk • Beach, Yoga and pilates, Spa
1.5 miSE
32°44'22"N • 117°12'47"W
Arts District Liberty Station, San Diego
40 min walk • Park, Farmer's market, Shopping
1.1 miS
Neighbourhood
Loma Portal, San Diego
28 min walk • Loma Portal is a neighborhood in the community of Point Loma in San Diego, California. It is a hilly area northwest of Rosecrans Street and northeast of Nimitz Boulevard, overlooking San Diego Bay.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Famosa Slough State Marine Conservation Area?

Nearby attractions include SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego (13 min walk), SeaWorld, San Diego (16 min walk), Manta, San Diego (17 min walk).