Sportsplex USA Poway is a 15-acre facility in Poway, California, that has multiple outdoor soccer and softball fields, as well as two indoor soccer fields. If you are packing up the kids on your team for a tournament at Sportsplex USA Poway, you’ll be wondering what’s around for your kids to do while you’re there or where you’ll take everybody for a bite to eat. Well, you’re in for some good news. The Sportsplex USA Poway is close to the beaches of Del Mar, California, and has a plethora of fun activities close by. So even if you don’t want to take the time to travel into theheart of San Diego, you will find plenty of things to do and places to eat out close to your games. Here are just a few suggestions to help get you started.
Things to Do
Old Poway Park
Take a trip back in time and see what California was like during the early 20th century at Old Poway Park. This attraction is only open on the weekends so keep that in mind, but the park itself is open all week. Take a walk on the pathways and take some time to enjoy a picnic in the park. Getting around the park is easy thanks to the Poway Midland Railroad cable car and speeder. You can take it directly to the Poway Heritage Museum and tour the Nelson House. Every Saturday morning, a farmer’s market sells goods at the park as well. 14134 Midland Rd, Poway, CA 92064
Get Air
Let loose, and catch some air at Get Air Trampoline Park. This facility is sure to be one your team remembers during your trip to Poway to play at Sportsplex USA Poway. Jump around on the massive open trampoline section, practice flips, and see how high you can get. Ricochet off a trampoline into a cushiony foam pit, climb a suspended rope ladder, or attempt to balance on the slackline. Don’t worry if you fall off the slackline or ladder because you’ll land right into Get Air’s foam pit.
For those who are seeking a little more intensity in their trampoline activities, you will be happy to know that Get Air offers trampoline dodgeball and a slam dunk area where you can dunk basketballs into hoops with the help of, you guessed it, trampolines. There is a kiddie area available as well if you are traveling with younger children. Group discounts are applicable for crowds of 10 or more. 12160 Community Rd, Poway, CA 92064
Poway Fun Bowl
Another activity close to Sportsplex USA Poway that you won’t want to pass up goes by the name of Poway Fun Bowl. This family-owned bowling alley will surely show your team a good time because they offer 32 bowling lanes, an arcade stocked with plenty of exciting games, seven pool tables, and a sports lounge with 10 TVs. The staff is very friendly and willing to help you with anything you need. 12941 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064
AMC Poway 10
Looking for a simple thing to do? One that you know your team will appreciate. Going to the movies might be just the thing. AMC Poway 10 is the best theater around to bring your team. This well-kept, modern cinema knows how to deliver the ultimate movie experience. Select one of the 11 movies AMC shows daily and head to your seat. No need to stop at the concession stand because AMC has a full dine-in option. You can order actual appetizers and entrees, all from the comfort of your chair. Treat yourself to a delicious meal and an action packed movie at AMC Poway 10. 13475 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064
Free Flight Exotic Bird Sanctuary
Free Flight Exotic Bird Sanctuary is a unique exotic bird sanctuary that cares for and re-socializes parrots. Their second passion, behind nurturing parrots in need, is educating the public on these majestic birds. Visitors of the sanctuary can stroll among the birds and even talk with them. Feeding them is also allowed, provided you are giving them food that is approved by the sanctuary. Walking near and interacting with these beautiful birds is a one of a kind experience. Your team won’t forget the time they spent at Free Flight Exotic Bird Sanctuary. 2132 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
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Places to Eat
Hamburger Factory Family Restaurant
Located in Old Poway Park, just a short drive from Sportsplex USA Poway, The Hamburger Factory Family Restaurant sports an Old West motif and serves up signature hamburgers made with quarter and half-pound patties. This place has been voted “Best Hamburgers” by Rancho Magazine readers for six years running. Plus they have great full breakfasts seven days a week, as well as a diversity of lunch and dinner options. Meals like sandwiches, salads, barbecue including ribs, chicken, steak, and of course burgers are available to order. Once you finish up your main course, the best way to close out the meal is with a sweet, delicious sundae. 14122 Midland Rd, Poway, CA 92064
Cully’s Restaurant
Cully’s Restaurant is a casual American breakfast and lunch eatery in a relaxed setting with country decor. It is wonderfully family-friendly with great service and famous for their Buffalo burger. Try it; you’ll be glad you did. 13252 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064
Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar
Brigantine Seafood Restaurant, which has a location right near Sportsplex USA Poway, is a casual seafood chain that serves up San Diego-style surf and turf offerings, award-winning fish tacos, and freshly-shucked oysters in a lively atmosphere with an authentic sense of community. Try the classic filet mignon or best-selling marinated grilled swordfish. 13445 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064
Broken Yolk Cafe
Only six miles northwest of the Sportsplex is the Broken Yolk Café. This Southern California breakfast chain has a huge selection of morning favorites with over 20 different omelets and freshly squeezed orange juice. Try Betty’s Southern Biscuits and Gravy from the Breakfast Craves menu section. 11630 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92128
Being in Southern California can’t be beat for the fantastic weather and the lack of humidity. So no matter what plans you have for your team when you are done competing at Sportsplex USA Poway, you will certainly have great memories with your team to go home with.