Coronado Tidelands Regional Park
Coronado, CA
Coronado Tidelands Regional Park has real ball fields, play equipment, and a kayak launch on the calm bay side of Coronado, a genuine family park more than a classic beach. It's an easy stop for anyone wanting flat water for paddling without dealing with ocean surf.
A genuinely practical family park with real kayak access, more about bay paddling than a classic beach day.
How we score beachesThe kayak launch here is a real, practical option if paddling the bay is part of the plan.
A lot serves the park.
Dogs are allowed on leash at Coronado's Tidelands Park but are restricted to paved areas and not permitted on the grass.
Sheltered bay water warms up earlier in the season than the open ocean nearby.
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