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San Diego Zoo
World-renowned zoo in Balboa Park home to over 12,000 animals of more than 650 species in naturalistic habitats.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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Rancho San Diego
California, United States · North America
About Rancho San Diego
Rancho San Diego is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, 20km from San Diego Zoo.
Rancho San Diego is in California, United States, with about 21,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, about 4 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Rancho San Diego?
Within an hour or so of Rancho San Diego: San Diego Zoo (20 km), SeaWorld San Diego (27 km), San Diego Zoo Safari Park (39 km), LEGOLAND California (55 km).
Are there any good drives near Rancho San Diego?
The nearest famous roads are Tijuana-Ensenada Scenic Highway.
Where is Rancho San Diego?
Rancho San Diego is in California, United States, about 4 km from Casa de Oro-Mount Helix.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 21,208
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Coordinates
- 32.7473, -116.9353
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Essential numbers in United States
AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.
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Worth the detour from Rancho San Diego
4 notable places within an hour's drive.
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SeaWorld San Diego
Southern California's marine life park offering animal experiences, aquarium exhibits, and amusement rides.
27 km · about 30 min drive
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Expansive wildlife sanctuary in Escondido where animals roam in vast open-range enclosures mimicking their native habitats.
39 km · about 45 min drive
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LEGOLAND California
Carlsbad theme park designed for families with children aged 2–12, featuring over 60 LEGO-themed rides and attractions.
55 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near Rancho San Diego
- 73 kmTijuana-Ensenada Scenic HighwayBaja's toll road 1D hugs Pacific cliffs for 100 km between Tijuana and Ensenada, with surf breaks, seafood stops and sweeping ocean panoramas the whole way.
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