 Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor & Interpretive Center Guidelines, Procedures and Fees for Reserving the Center for Your Non-profit or Corporate Event. The Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor and Interpretive Center is situated at the heart of Mission Trails Regional Park. This unique facility houses an exhibit area that highlights the geology, history, vegetation, wildlife, archaeology, and paleontology within Mission Trails Regional Park, as well as stone sculptures and Native American art work. The architectural design of the Visitor Center compliments its natural setting and provides an unforgettable view of the rugged ridges of Cowles Mountain, Pyles Peak, Kwaay paay Mountain and Fortuna Mountain. The Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor and Interpretive Center is a unique and beautiful venue for special events. Mission Trails Regional Park is a City of San Diego Open Space Park. The Visitor and Interpretive Center is managed by the City of San Diego in cooperation with Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation. It is not available for commercial use or private functions such as birthday parties, weddings, baptisms, and memorial services. SPACE AVAILABLE MEETING ROOMS.jpg) The meeting rooms can be divided into three sections, A, B, and C. Video monitors are available in each room and a large AV screen is available in room C. Public access WI-FI is available. A sink and counter space is accessible in rooms A and C. Each of the rooms have large doors that can be opened out to the terrace and give a full view of the park. Maximum capacity is 20 people per room and 65 people when all rooms are opened into one larger room, as shown in the photo. THEATER .jpg) The theater is equipped with advanced audio visual systems and an extra large screen for slide presentations. Public access WI-FI is available. Seating capacity is 95. Food and beverages, other than bottled water with a cap to prevent spilling, are not permitted in the theater.
LOBBY/GALLERY Complete with stone sculptures, pottery, baskets and floor to ceiling windows, the lobby and gallery area is a wonderful gathering place for indoor receptions. Public access WI-FI is available. Capacity is 370 persons. TERRACE  The terrace area is 4,000 square feet of splendor. It provides a complete view of Mission Gorge which runs through the heart of Mission Trails Regional Park. It is a perfect setting for outdoor dining and receptions.
AMPHITHEATER Consisting of 2,000 square feet of outdoor space, the amphitheater can seat 80 people. The location is just right for award presentations or other quiet entertainment. EXHIBIT AREA
 For interactive entertainment and a museum like appeal, this area may be reserved for an extra fee. 
HOURS The Visitor and Interpretive Center is available for meetings and special events at the following times: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Only rooms A, B and C are available during this time since the Visitor Center is open to the public. 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. - Rooms A, B and C; lobby/foyer; theater; exhibit area; amphitheater. The amphitheater is also available from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Fees will be charged for security personnel to be on site. EQUIPMENT Tables - 8 large 96"’x 36"; 12 medium 72" x 30"; 8 small 72" x 20" Chairs - 80 stack chairs; 20 folding chairs Podium Audio/visual equipment (extra charge) Slide projector - TV/VCR - Computer Presentation Projector - Overhead projector - Portable microphone
SPECIAL EVENT OPTIONS Guided Tours Special tours on one of the many trails throughout the park are available upon request. These tours are led by our Volunteer Trail Guides and must be requested at least two weeks in advance of event. Fund-raising Events Ten percent of net profits for fund-raising events must be allocated to Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation per the Visitor Center Use Agreement between the Foundation and the City of San Diego. A copy of the event Income/Expense report must be forwarded to the MTRP Foundation along with the check for 10% of the net proceeds. RESERVATION GUIDELINES Contact the Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) Foundation Administrative Assistant/Event Coordinator, Roland Roberge, regarding your interest in leasing one or more areas of the Visitor and Interpretive Center and to determine space availability. Phone - (619) 668-3280 · E-mail - mtrp@mtrp.org If space is available, a reservation form will be sent to you for your confirmation of the space reserved and acceptance of the rules and regulations. An invoice indicating the facility use fees will be sent afer your reservation has been confirmed. A deposit of 50% of the total fee will be required within 14 days of the date the reservation is confirmed. Final payment is due 7 calendar days prior to the event. Checks should be made payable to MTRP Foundation. A refundable security deposit in the range of $250 to $1,000 may be required 7 days prior to the event. If the leased space is clean and no damage has been incurred the full deposit will be returned within 5 working days. Copies of certificates of insurance may be required from you and your contractors such as caterers, musicians, florists, etc., who are hired by you to provide services in carrying out your function. See RESPONSIBILITY below. It is suggested that reservations be made at least 90 days in advance to assure availability. For evening events, we require booking times one hour prior and following actual event times for ser-up and break-down. Alcohol may be served for evening events (5 pm - 11 pm.) A day-use alcohol license may be required. Contact MTRP Foundation representative Roland Roberge for State requirements. We will request that a copy of your meeting notice or event invitation be sent to Roland Roberge as soon as it is available. Prior to the event you will be required to meet with an MTRP Foundation representative for a facility walk-through and to clarify your needs. A representative of the MTRP Foundation will serve as the Event Coordinator and be present to answer questions and attempt to meet your needs throughout the event. RESPONSIBILITY
The lessee assumes the liability for damage to the facility and exhibits by the lessee or by the lessee’s contractors, if any, including outside services of any vendors such as caterers, musicians, florists, etc., who are hired by the lessee to provide services to the lessee in carrying out its function. Such services shall provide the lessee with a certificate of insurance, copies of which shall be given by the lessee of the facility to the MTRP Foundation Administrative Assistant/Event Coordinator. EVENT MAINTENANCE Same day set-up and clean-up is required. If next day pickup of rented equipment is necessary, special arrangements for overnight storage must be made prior to the event. PARKING Parking at the Visitor and Interpretive Center is limited to 100 cars. Any parking or valet arrangements must be made by the lessee. For large events, lessee must submit a parking plan to the MTRP Administrative Assistant/Event Coordinator for approval 30 days prior to the event. Restrictions on the number of cars may apply for day-time events. Overflow parking for approximately 50 cars is available at the parking lot at Jackson Drive and Mission Gorge Road. CANCELLATIONS A total refund of your reservation deposit will be made up to 30-days prior to the event. After 30-days, only one-half of the reservation deposit will be returned. RESTRICTIONS Due to park regulations, loud or amplified music will not be allowed outside. Music in other areas must be kept to a minimum level. The premises shall not be utilized for dance events. The Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor and Interpretive Center is a non-smoking facility. Alcohol may be served only for evening events. The premises shall not be utilized for the purpose of working or campaigning for the nomination or election to any public office be it partisan or nonpartisan. The facility is not available for commercial use or private parties (e.g., birthday parties, bar mitzvahs, weddings, baptisms, memorial services). Kitchen facilities are not available. Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation reserves the right to refuse rental to any group or party. FEE SCHEDULE Fees are charged for the times listed on the Special Event Application. This includes set-up and clean-up time. 9:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. FEE SCHEDULE Two hour minimum for use of facilities. Checks are made payable to MTRP Foundation. Non profit organizations Classrooms A, B, C - $25 per hour per classroom. Maximum fee $100 per classroom Use of Foundation owned audio/visual equipment Slide projector - $25 Video projector/monitor - $25 Overhead projector - $25 Digital projector - $25 Portable microphone - $25
For profit businesses Classrooms A, B, C - $50 per hour per classroom. Maximum fee $200 per classroom Use of Foundation owned audio/visual equipment Slide projector - $50 Video projector/monitor - $50 Overhead projector - $50 Digital projector - $50 Portable microphone - $50
FEE SCHEDULE - 5:00 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M. 5:00 A.M. TO 9:00 A.M. (amphitheather only) Two hour minimum for use of facilities. Checks are made payable to MTRP Foundation. Non profit organizations Meeting rooms A, B, C - $50 per hour per room Theater - $100 per hour Lobby/gallery, terrace - $100 per hour Outdoor amphitheater - $75 per hour Exhibit area - $50 per hour Security up to 4 hours - $80. Over 4 hours - $20 per hour Use of Foundation owned audio/visual equipment Slide projector - $25 Video projector/monitor - $25 Overhead projector - $25 Digital projector - $25 Portable microphone - $25 Built in theater projection equipment - $50
For profit businesses Meeting rooms A, B, C - $100 per hour per room Theater - $200 per hour Lobby/gallery, terrace - $200 per hour Outdoor amphitheater - $150 per hour Exhibit area - $100 per hour Security Up to 4 hours - $80. Over 4 hours - $20 per hour Use of Foundation owned audio/visual equipment Slide projector - $50 Video projector/monitor - $50 Overhead projector - $50 Digitl projector - $50 Portable microphone - $50 Built in theater projection equipment - $50
REFUNDABLE DEPOSITS If food or beverages are served a cleaning deposit may be required. The amount will depend upon the size of the group and the activity. Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation and City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department VISITOR & INTERPRETIVE CENTER Special Event Rules and Regulations - Patrons will conduct themselves in an orderly, law-abiding manner.
- Events held during the hours the facility is open to the public (Sunday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) shall not interfere with the ability of the public to enjoy the facility.
- Each organization shall be responsible for leaving the facility and equipment in reasonable and clean condition. If damage occurs, the lessee shall be held responsible and shall be asked to pay for the cost of repairs or replacement. If the building is found in poor condition upon entering, notify the facility staff immediately. Failure to do so will result in the lessee being held responsible.
- All setting up and taking down of tables and chairs will be done by the lessee.
- Maximum room capacity as determined by the Fire Marshall will not be exceeded.
- If alcoholic beverages are served, lessee shall be responsible for obtaining all permits required by the State of California. A copy of the permit shall be on file with Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation no later than 48 hours prior to the event.
- Since the facility is located in an environmentally sensitive area and near a residential community, loud music is not permitted.
- The premises shall not be utilized for dance events.
- As provided on the permit application, the property shall be used exclusively for the purpose specified.
- The City of San Diego and Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation cannot be held responsible for property left in the facility.
- The premises shall not be utilized for the purpose of working or campaigning for the nomination or election to any public office be it partisan or nonpartisan.
- The facility is not available for commercial use or private parties (e.g., birthday parties, bar mitzvahs, weddings, baptisms, memorial services).
- Kitchen facilities are not available.
Directions to Visitor & Interpretive Center One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA 92119 Phone 619-668-3275 From Interstate 8 – Take 8 to the Mission Gorge/Fairmount exit. Turn north onto Mission Gorge Road. Proceed down Mission Gorge Road for 4.2 miles. Just past the Jackson Drive intersection, look for the large wooden park sign on Mission Gorge Road. Turn left onto Father Junipero Serra Trail. From Route 52 east – Take 52 east to the Mast Blvd. exit in Santee. Turn left on Mast Blvd., go under the freeway to the first traffic signal (West Hills Parkway) and turn right. Take West Hills Parkway to Mission Gorge Road and turn right. Proceed down Mission Gorge Road 2.6 miles (past the Father Junipero Serra Trail entrance to Old Mission Dam and Kumeyaay Lake and Campground). Look for the large wooden park sign on Mission Gorge Road. Turn right onto Father Junipero Serra Trail
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