Mission Trails Regional Park encompasses over 6,100 acres of both natural and developed recreational acres. Its rugged hills, valleys and open areas represent a San Diego prior to the landing of Cabrillo in San Diego Bay in 1542.
Mission Trails Regional Park has been called the third Jewel in the City of San Diego Park System. Along with Balboa Park ad Mission Bay, it provides San Diego residents and visitors a way to explore the cultural, historical and recreational aspects of San Diego.