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Colina Del Sol Recreation Center
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Visit SDRecConnect (link) to conveniently browse a variety of activities offered by the City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department and Recreation Advisory Groups. It's as easy as One, Two, and Three.
Sign up for an account, find a class or activity, and register!
If you are registering a child for an activity, please do not use the child's information when completing a New Account. Adding family members after successfully creating an account can be completed later.
Please note: An email which includes a confirmation message will be sent after you sign up a new primary account. It is possible the email may go to your junk or spam folder.
The email will include a special first-time activation link. You will not be able to use your new account until you've used this special link!
If you need assistance, please see the Frequently Asked Questions link at the bottom of the SDRecConnect website.
Current Special Events and Activities
Fun for one, fun for all! Check out your local Recreation Center's program guide for more details.
BookNook
The BookNook program is a "take a book, leave a book" gathering place at your favorite recreation center. Share your favorite literature and stories with others.
History of the Center
Colina del Sol Recreation Center was dedicated to the City of San Diego in 1962. The park was named following a contest conducted through local elementary schools whose students wanted it to be named "Slopes of the sun."
Directions and Bus Route
From state Route 94, exit Euclid Avenue and travel north. Turn left on Trojan Street, then left on 52nd Street. Turn left on Orange Avenue. The park is on the right.
From Interstate 8, exit College Avenue south and turn right on El Cajon Boulevard. Proceed to 52nd Street and turn left, then left again on Orange Ave. The park is on the right.
The recreation center is accessible by bus via SDMTS routes 1, 7, 10, 15 and 955.