POWAY

Welcome to Poway, CA

Affectionately known as “The City in the Country,” Poway combines small-town charm with modern conveniences and an unbeatable quality of life. Nestled among rolling hills in North County San Diego, Poway is celebrated for its award-winning schools, family-friendly lifestyle, and abundance of parks and open spaces.

With a rich history, strong sense of community, and easy access to both the coast and downtown San Diego, Poway offers the perfect blend of peaceful suburban living and big-city connection.

What to Love

• Highly rated Poway Unified School District
• Abundant trails, parks, and outdoor recreation
• Community-focused with family-friendly events year-round
• Convenient location with access to shopping, dining, and major highways

Local Lifestyle

Poway offers a laid-back lifestyle centered around community, recreation, and family. Residents enjoy safe neighborhoods, a thriving parks and recreation system, and active sports programs for kids. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the miles of trails, preserves, and lakes that make it easy to explore nature close to home. Meanwhile, shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural venues provide everyday conveniences and entertainment.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Poway’s dining and shopping scene reflects its welcoming, community-first feel.

• Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar – A San Diego favorite serving fresh seafood and local specialties.
• Mainstream Bar & Grill – A casual gathering spot with great food, craft drinks, and live music.
• Poway Farmers Market – A Saturday tradition with fresh produce, food vendors, and artisan goods.

Residents also enjoy shopping at Poway Plaza and Twin Peaks Plaza, while nearby Carmel Mountain Ranch offers additional retail and dining options.

Things to Do

Poway lives up to its “City in the Country” reputation with endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

• Lake Poway – A local favorite for fishing, boating, hiking, and picnicking, and the starting point for the Mount Woodson trail and iconic Potato Chip Rock.
• Blue Sky Ecological Reserve – A scenic preserve perfect for hiking, birdwatching, and immersing in nature.
• Old Poway Park – A historic gem featuring museums, vintage train rides, seasonal festivals, and one of the best farmers markets in San Diego.
• Poway Center for the Performing Arts – A cultural hub offering concerts, theater performances, and community events.

Annual favorites like the Poway Days Parade and Holiday in the Park highlight the city’s strong community spirit.