Bass Pro Shops announced plans to open a new destination retail location in La Mesa, CA to serve the greater San Diego region. The new 148,000-square-foot Bass Pro Shops will be located at Grossmont Center, with access from the intersection of State Route 125 and Interstate 8.
The store is expected to open in 2028.
“It’s exciting to serve the great anglers and outdoor enthusiasts throughout the San Diego region,” said Johnny Morris, legendary angler, noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder. “With access to both saltwater and freshwater fishing, this area offers something truly special, and we look forward to helping families and friends enjoy it together.”
Bass Pro Shops said “it has been serving outdoor enthusiasts in California since 2007, and the La Mesa location will be the sixth in the state.”
“We’re thrilled to welcome Bass Pro Shops to La Mesa and excited that they have chosen Grossmont Center as the home for their newest location,” said LaMesa Mayor Mark Arapostathis. “Bass Pro Shops will bring new jobs, attract visitors from throughout the region, and further strengthen our local economy. We look forward to the positive impact this investment will have on our community for years to come.”
The new Bass Pro Shops store will feature a custom design inspired by the region’s outdoor heritage — combining retail with entertainment, outdoor education and conservation.
In addition to providing customers with a vast assortment of outdoor products, a team artists and craftsmen will design the store’s localized imagery to emphasize its immersive outdoor theme. “Bass Pro Shops is exactly the kind of destination retailer that brings people together,” said Jon Stoeckly, VP of regional development, Federal Realty, who owns the center. “Their commitment to outdoor recreation, family experiences, and community aligns perfectly with our vision for the future of Grossmont Center. We couldn’t be more excited to welcome them to La Mesa.”
“Conservation forms the heart and soul of Bass Pro Shops and is an ethic that dates to the earliest days of the company,” the company said in a media statement. “Alongside the customers they serve, Bass Pro Shops over the past decade has proudly donated more than 10 percent of earnings to support conservation efforts in local communities and across North America.”
Image courtesy Bass Pro Shops
