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San Carlos Recreation Center
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San Carlos Recreation Center is a strong establishment in the community. We offer youth basketball and youth volleyball throughout the year, as well as a variety of other classes
These monthly classes include, but are not limited to:
- Pre-Ballet and Ballet
- Pee Wee Sports
- Arts and Crafts for Toddlers
The San Carlos Recreation Center hosts multiple special events during the year, including the Spring Egg Hunt, Movie in the Park, and the Halloween Carnival. Please call the recreation center office for more information on all our programs, classes, and special events!
Lake Murray Community Park is also managed by the San Carlos Recreation Center and boasts a beautiful playground thanks to the efforts of the Lake Murray Playground Project and the City of San Diego Parks & Recreation Department's park planners. It has been a wonderful addition to the community, and any requested events at this park needs to be approved by the City. Please call the Recreation Center office and ask for the Center Director for any all questions and concerns regarding the Lake Murray Community Park and San Carlos Recreation Center.
Please see our Program Guide for a full list of our recreation offerings!
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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.
History of the Center
The San Carlos Recreation Center opened in 1970, following planning meetings held in area residents' homes. Many of the people who were committed to having recreational opportunities in the San Carlos community then, remain involved with on-going programs and special events.
Directions and Bus Route
From Interstate 8 take the Lake Murray Boulevard exit. Take Lake Murray to Jackson Drive and turn left. Take Jackson Drive to Lake Badin Avenue and turn right. The center is on the corner of Lake Badin and Lake Adlon.
The center is accessible by bus via SDMTS Routes 115 and 854.
San Carlos Recreation Center
6445 Lake Badin Ave.
San Diego, CA 92119
619-527-3443
Recreation Center Hours
| Mon | 10:00am - 8:00pm |
| Tues | 10:00am - 8:00pm |
| Wed | 10:00am - 8:00pm |
| Thurs | 10:00am - 8:00pm |
| Fri | 10:00am - 7:00pm |
| Sat | 9:00am - 4:00pm |
| Sun | CLOSED |
*Times are subject to change
The center is closed on City Holidays.
Facilities
A gymnasium, a game room, a craft room, a kitchen, and meeting rooms that are available for rent. There is a children's tot lot, a lighted multipurpose court and four youth ball fields near a large picnic area which offers tables and benches.
San Carlos/Lake Murray Community Recreation Group
Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each odd month.
San Carlos/Lake Murray Community Recreation Group Agendas, Minutes, and Postings
Community Partners
The following businesses and organizations show their support:
- The San Carlos/Lake Murray Community Recreation Group