Road Trips from Chula Vista, CA
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
36
Shortest
0.2h
With Parks Nearby
29
Under 2 hours
6 total in this range
Full-day getaway
9 total in this range
Diamond Bar, CA
2h 21m122.1 mi one way
Loma Linda, CA
2h 9m110.1 mi one way
La Quinta, CA
3h135.7 mi one way
Muscoy, CA
2h 17m116.7 mi one way
Brawley, CA
2h 28m128 mi one way
Weekend trip
Long-haul ideas
18 total in this range
Browse by Mood
Diamond Bar, CA
2h 21m122.1 mi one way
Loma Linda, CA
2h 9m110.1 mi one way
La Quinta, CA
3h135.7 mi one way
Winton, CA
7h 51m410.7 mi one way
Diamond Bar, CA
2h 21m122.1 mi one way
Loma Linda, CA
2h 9m110.1 mi one way
La Quinta, CA
3h135.7 mi one way
Coronado, CA
16m10.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Avoid low-desert routes at midday; pick mountain destinations instead.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Desert driving is at its best — cool days, clear light.
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