How to Bungee Jump in San Diego

If you have an itch for the extreme or want to cross off one of your bucket list items, bungee jumping could fill the gap. Unfortunately, San Diego has very limited bungee jumping options. According to Think Quest, bungee jumping originated on Pentecost Island in the Pacific hundreds of years ago. It became popular among men wanting to prove their manhood. The first modern bungee jump took place in 1979, when Oxford University students jumped from Clifton Suspension Bridge in England.

Instructions

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      Go to the San Diego County Fair at Del Mar Fairgrounds. The fair takes place every summer from mid-June through the first week of July. Bungee jumping is a regular attraction at the fair and costs around $40. To participate, the San Diego County Fair states that you must weight 80 to 300 lbs. If you are under 18 you must have your parent's consent.

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      Go north to Los Angeles. Since San Diego shut down bungee jumping operations, the nearest licensed service is located northeast of Los Angeles. Turn your adventure into a day trip and bring along a picnic.

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      Contact Bungee America, the only licensed bungee jumping company in Southern California. It provides jumps from "The Bridge to Nowhere." The experience requires a two-hour hike through the Angeles National Forest, since the road no longer exists. It states that it takes jumpers out any day of the week and provides safety equipment. You will need to book in advance by calling 310-322-8892.