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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.
14 km · about 25 min drive
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Spring Valley
California, United States · North America
About Spring Valley
Spring Valley is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, 14km from San Diego Zoo.
Spring Valley is in California, United States, with about 28,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, about 4 km away.
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What is there to see near Spring Valley?
Within an hour or so of Spring Valley: San Diego Zoo (14 km), SeaWorld San Diego (21 km), San Diego Zoo Safari Park (39 km), LEGOLAND California (51 km).
Are there any good drives near Spring Valley?
The nearest famous roads are Tijuana-Ensenada Scenic Highway.
Where is Spring Valley?
Spring Valley is in California, United States, about 4 km from Casa de Oro-Mount Helix.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 28,205
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Coordinates
- 32.7448, -116.9989
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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 Spring Valley
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.
21 km · about 25 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.
51 km · about 60 min drive
Driving roads near Spring Valley
- 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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