[2025 La Jolla Attraction] Travel Guide for Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve (Updated Jul)

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve encompasses 1500 acres of nearly untouched coastal lands that serve as a reminder of what our area was like hundreds of years ago. It has a La Jolla address but is on the border of La Jolla and Del Mar. Go for a glimpse of the rare Torrey pine Pinus torreyana and some exercise on the various trails, many of which are kid-friendly, and keep an eye out for mule deer, eight species of lizards, and pretty native plants — to name a few of the many sightings. #urbanexplorer #themeparks#nationalpark#lakes#beaches#infinitypool

Torrey Pines Gliderport is a city-owned, private-use glider airport at which you can take paragliding lessons or simply watch as others brave the heights. While you wait or watch, grab a casual bite to eat and take in stunning, panoramic views of La Jolla Shores Beach and beyond. This is another one of the popular San Diego tourist attractions that is free to visit. #urbanexplorer #themeparks#nationalpark#lakes#beaches#infinitypool

#springitinerary Spring hiking at Torrey Pines was coastal bliss. The trails were lined with blooming yucca and sage, and I could smell the ocean as I climbed to panoramic views over the Pacific. The sandstone cliffs glowed golden in the afternoon light, and the beach below was peaceful and uncrowded. I spotted dolphins offshore and even some blooming wildflowers tucked in the dunes. #springitinerary must-do for hikers and sunset chasers. Pro tip: take the Beach Trail down to the sand and time it to return at golden hour — the lighting is unreal!