Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, San Diego: Hours, Address, Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Reviews: 4.5/5
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
4.5
7:15 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
7:15 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
7:15 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
7:15 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
7:15 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
7:15 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:15 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
7:15 AM - 7:00 PM
About
Although this park is located within San Diego's city limits, it remains one of the wildest landscapes along the Southern California coast, with miles of unspoiled beaches, chaparral, elegant Torrey Pine trees and a lagoon vital to many species of migrating birds.
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More than 3 hours
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The area
Address
Best nearby
Restaurants
158 within 3 miles
Roberto's Mexican Food
86
0.3 mi$ • Quick Bites • Mexican • Latin
Seasalt
122
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Seafood • Vegetarian Friendly
Bird Rock Coffee Roasters
6
0.3 mi$
Trattoria Ponte Vecchio
120
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
China Cafe
16
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Chinese • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
West End Bar & Kitchen
4
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Seafood
Urbn Pizza (Del Mar)
2
1 mi
The Broken Yolk Cafe
42
1.1 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Ocean View Bar & Grill
3
1.1 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • American
Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant
81
1.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican
Attractions
15 within 3 miles
Razor Point and Beach Trail Loop
18
264 ftHistoric Walking Areas • Hiking Trails
Del Mar City Beach
463
1.9 miBeaches
Torrey Pines State Beach
326
2 miBeaches
Seagrove Park
129
1.9 miParks
Dog Beach
278
3 miBeaches
Powerhouse Park
107
1.9 miParks
Del Mar Race Track
550
2.8 miHorse Tracks
Free Flight
65
2.5 miNature & Wildlife Areas
Del Mar Farmers Market/Artisan Open Air Market
7
1.3 miFlea & Street Markets
Del Mar Public Library
7
1.6 miLibraries
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4.5
3,749 reviews
Excellent
2,921
Very good
688
Average
115
Poor
15
Terrible
10
Joanne C
Mazatlan, Mexico3 contributions
Beautiful spaces, both beach and hills.
Jun 2021
Great for hikes or long walks on the beach! One of my favorite places in San Diego. Busy on weekends
Written June 8, 2021
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39greybeard
California14 contributions
A breath of fresh air
May 2021
When your San Diego visit seems too noisy, drive up here to get away from it all and get aerobic exercise. On a week day we found easy parking at the top.
Written May 25, 2021
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tc3399
IL318 contributions
great time
May 2021
very nice place to walk, plenty of uphill walks with great view. We had a great time there, it was definitely worth doing!
Written May 17, 2021
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LeslieinTN
Jonesborough, TN728 contributions
It's Worth Paying for the Views
May 2021
Pay the $15 to drive up to the hiking areas. Most of the hikes seemed to just be short walks to some beautiful views. Some people had parked along the road to walk in, but it's worth the $15 just for the views. We were only in the park for a few hours (2-3).
Written May 13, 2021
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luckytownbob
Port Saint Lucie, FL44 contributions
Breathtaking Views!
Apr 2021 • Couples
A must see while in the San Diego area. Beautiful vistas and trails overlooking the Pacific. Beach access at the southern end. Spectacular photo ops.
Written May 3, 2021
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catsmarty
Albuquerque, NM148 contributions
beautiful area
Apr 2021
We stopped by here as we were sight seeing and the beach is very beautiful and calming to walk down. There are alot of rocks along the shoreline.
Written April 25, 2021
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jujubean4
Asheville, NC472 contributions
STUNNUNG!!!!
Apr 2021
WOW what a magnificent hike!!! So many different trail off shoots with varying views. Just gorgeous!!! The Fleming trail was STUNNING. We hiked all the way down to the ocean and all the way up to top. Would love to hike every day!!!
Written April 21, 2021
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Sue M
Kenmore, Washington64 contributions
Beautiful break from shopping
Apr 2021 • Family
This area was so beautiful and a break from restaurants and shopping. There were so many trails to keep distancing from others. Could have done more but it was getting warm and we forgot water. A last minute decision, excellent choice.
Written April 20, 2021
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wethere
San Diego, CA160 contributions
Beautiful trails and views of the local landscape and ocean
Mar 2021
We really love these trails with views of the ocean. It may be a steep hill for some that start the climb to the top, but the trail is mainly paved to make it easier for those with less mobility. You can also park on the North end of the beach to make it a longer round trip walk.
Written April 11, 2021
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nomaadic_tiffany
Brooklyn, NY79 contributions
Beautiful views
Apr 2021 • Friends
Great reserve with trails with beautiful scenery, there are a lot of hills that may feel rigorous to some so definitely bring water
Written April 7, 2021
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Keyur D
99 contributions
Hi we want to know more about hiking time. How much time should we spare to visit Torrey Pines and how long the hiking trails are? We have a 7 years old.
Kyle B
6 contributions
With a 7 year old I would pay for the parking at the top of the hill. We were there on a weekday and paid $10 and then we went on a holiday and the fee went up to $20. But if you park in the free parking by the time you hike up to the trails your 7 year old will be exhausted. The interpretive center has some fun hands on exhibits that I would recommend checking out too. Plan for at least a couple of hours to explore.
paulineandgary
Charlotte, NC17 contributions
Where should we ask UBER driver to drop us off if we want to hike?
Minh V
Loudoun County, VA36 contributions
I would ask the Uber to drop off nearby where you enter and pay to park. From there you can hike the trails or just go for a stroll on the beach
Ekh886
Harrington Park, NJ121 contributions
Hi! Is this a nice place to bring a one and a half year old? We have a jogging stroller that has all terrain wheels. Thanks!
Ekh886
Harrington Park, NJ121 contributions
Hi! I wanted to follow up about this post. I ended up going with my husband and daughter - it was beautiful! We lucked out with a parking spot at the top and did the Razor Point Trail then Guy Fleming. Pushing the stroller around especially backup hill after Guy Fleming was tough but well worth it! I’d recommend it for anyone with a jogging stroller, lots of sun screen, and the strength to carry a stroller up and down a couple stairs!
yfbili2018
Vista, CA0 contributions
what are fees for picnic?
docholiday174
132 contributions
I think it’s 10-15$ to get a car into the state park. No fee to picnic.
That being said it’s not much of an easy walk to the beach with picnic gear. The park is up high altitude wise where you walk down to the beach.
I would recommend you arrive on a week day and go for a lunch picnic just outside of the park. Same beautiful views, parking is free and the walk is 20-30 yds vs almost a mile.
beachlily2
Brick, NJ3 contributions
Are dogs permitted in park?
Solo traveller
Greater London, UK14 contributions
From what I can remember, no dogs were allowed.
maytduong
Menlo Park, CA0 contributions
Would this be a good hike in Nov? Is it cold and windy by the coast? Thank you!
Chris B
El Dorado Hills, California17 contributions
I happen to be in San Diego, and the weather is wonderful. There are storms coming in, so I would suggest that you bring with you some sort of light coat.
SassyGRL
Los Angeles, CA43 contributions
Are there restrooms available?
2beans2000
San Diego, CA3,095 contributions
YES, at the ranger lodge at the top of the trail heads and also at the ranger station at the entry to the park
lillierobertson
Huntington Beach, CA2 contributions
Is Fat Man's Misery or Fat Man's Gulch as we used to call it, open to hike?
2beans2000
San Diego, CA3,095 contributions
I'm not familiar with those names and I don't see them on the current hiking maps.
