Paradise Creek

Paradise Creek is an urban stream that connects San Diego Bay to the watershed of the surrounding city landscape. The Paradise Creek Educational Park restored a ½ mile stretch to its natural state as a wetland and salt marsh. The site is adjacent to an existing elementary school and now serves as an educational learning center for local school children. Schmidt Design Group, Inc. was responsible for the design of this 6 acre linear park. Educational and observation stations were constructed to enable local and visiting school children to study the sciences and arts, with an emphasis on local flora and fauna. The project includes new entrances, a boardwalk with interpretive signage, an outdoor learning center, a unique custom shade structure in the shape of the moon which shades an amphitheater, a walking trail, picnic areas, and other improvements for the community.
Client: City of National City
Location: National City, CA