There are times when playing a championship-length course is too much of a good thing for a golfer. On such occasions San Diego's par-3 courses are an appealing alternative.

Short courses present the perfect opportunity for a family outing, allowing parents to share a round of golf with children who may not be ready to take the tee on a big course. It's also a chance for beginning golfers to avoid being overwhelmed and experienced golfers to work on their short game. Either way, it enables duffers to get in a full round of golf when you have a limited amount of time. Below are some awesome Par-3 options in San Diego.

San Diegans head to the Magic Kingdom for day trips all the time — and so can you! Here are a few tricks to navigate a successful day at the two Disney parks in Orange County. 

From the famous surfing beach of San Onofre in the north to a private marina and cove on Coronado Island in the south, military campgrounds in San Diego offer something for everyone.

Whether you are looking for a larger area to roam or swings to push while you watch the ocean waves, here are eight family-friendly parks that are sure to please.