Head to Imperial Beach for this week’s hike — and bring a pair of binoculars to spot some wildlife along the way. The ...

Cross the San Diego River on the Sunset Cliffs Boulevard bridge. Immediately turn right on the bike path along the river to the beach. Turn left on the beach and hike to Ocean Beach Pier.

U.S. News selected the best private and public beaches in San Diego. (Getty Images)| Stretching nearly 2 miles long, Mission Beach is San Diego's version of the classic boardwalk beach town.

passing by the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge in Imperial Beach. It also includes the Bayside Birding and Walking Trail, a 0.4 mile path featuring informational panels on the area’s ...