dog friendly park

Big Rock Park

Overview: Big Rock Park is rated 4.6/5 from 801 Google reviews. Visitors say this park offers eight dedicated pickleball courts with permanent nets, a playground with equipment for all ages, and plenty of shaded areas. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and restrooms nearby. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs, regular visitors and active use, and a sense of community among regular visitors.

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4.6Google rating

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4.6(801 reviews)

Visitors say this park offers eight dedicated pickleball courts with permanent nets, a playground with equipment for all ages, and plenty of shaded areas. They also highlight the well-maintained grass, clean restrooms, and ample parking.

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dogs that need room to runsocial dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowdowners who want shade, seating, and water access

Quick facts

Address8125 Arlette St, Santee, CA 92071, USA

Phone(619) 258-4100

City pageEl Cajon

Imported fromEl Cajon, CA

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dogs that need room to runsocial dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowdowners who want shade, seating, and water accessparktourist attraction6 Google photos801 reviewsOpen now

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MONIKA MTZa month ago

Saw the little park and stopped to walk our little Shih Tzu and Chihuahua. Had dog areas, different sport, play areas, even tennies area with many middle age people playing and enjoying. Pleasant people. It was really nice!

Matthew Kwiecinski4 months ago

Nice small park. Off leash hours are limited dawn until 9am. Nice playground for all ages and a seasonal creek. If you're coming while the creek is running, bring a change of clothes for the kids, they will get messy.

Wesley Uykimpang8 months ago

Big Rock Park in Santee reflects the city’s park design philosophy, which includes a kids’ play area, community recreation activities, and walking paths. The park has a lively pickleball community, is a popular spot for birthday celebrations, and offers a safe, enjoyable atmosphere. An added bonus is the seasonal creek that flows during the rainy months. The park also connects to Mission Trails, with routes that lead to the summit of Cowles Mountain. These trails are less crowded than the main summit route but still offer a challenging and rewarding hike. I’ve been visiting this park for years and definitely recommend stopping by if you’re in the area

Irene Oseguera2 months ago

Every time that I come to this park, it brings me my childhood memories. The pickleball players are friendly and welcoming to beginners. Had my birthday party here and the landscape was so pretty. Definitely coming back to try the off leash with my dog!

San Diego Family Adventures2 years ago

Such a great park. It is large with a cute creek running through the side. It has several play structures, a large grassy area, basketball and pickleball courts, plenty of picnic benches and restrooms. The parking lot can fill up at peak times, however street parking can be found on both sides of the park.

Opening hours

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Monday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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