Bring your class or school group to the estuary
The Tijuana Estuary offers free visits to elementary, middle and high school groups. School visits to The Tijuana Estuary are theme-based and integrated with the California State Science Framework. We encourage school groups to visit while their classes are studying related subject matter. We have activities that can integrate art, language and social studies as well. Activities focus on general estuary ecology, plants and birds.
We offer guided field trips on Thursdays and Fridays. Virtual programs through Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Student (PORTS) are available to book here.
Our Programs
An in-class field trip program that uses reading, writing, and science to help students explore the estuary.
The Tijuana Estuary High School Teacher’s Guide for grades 6-12, is an interdisciplinary high school curriculum designed to educate students about the valuable Tijuana River Estuary natural and cultural resources.
We welcome college and university groups to visit the estuary and engage in self-guided tours or guided trips with a reserve staff member.
Self-Guided School Groups
Self-guided school visits are those facilitated without direct support from California State Park staff or volunteers.
Plan your school program
We are excited to welcome your school group to the Tijuana Estuary! Please be aware of the following program guidelines before planning your visit.
- Guided and non-guided tour opportunities available
- Reservations are first-come, first-served and require at least 5 weeks advance notice
- Visits normally last about 2.5 hours
- Maximum of 35 students per group
- Three chaperones required per group