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Torrey Pines State Reserve

Coast Highway 101, San Diego, CA 92037
858 755 2063
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As featured in San Diego for free
Ranked #2 of 200 attractions in San Diego
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Beaches, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, Hiking Trails, State Parks
Activities: Viewing wildlife, Hiking
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: 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... more » Owner description: 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. « less
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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san diego,ca
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

great for hiking, beautiful views. Work up a sweat hiking the trails and then head down to the beach for a nice dip in the water.

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San Diego, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Torrey Pines, the beach and the cliffs and trails are all named honoring the very pretty and very rare Torrey Pine trees. Pretty sure they only grow here and there aren't many but the ones that remain remind me of something from a Tolkien story. A good place for a walk, a bit blustery at times.

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La Jolla
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

A hike through Torrey Pines Reserve can become an addiction. The views are gorgeous and it makes for a great workout

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

While in San Diego I visited with my best friend and her family. This park was great. I actually hiked this trail twice in one day, once alone while they were at work and school, and we all went together later that day. I got a chance to take some great pictures of the vegetation, ocean, sunset, beach and the... More

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Toulouse, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

wounderful setting view of the sea great place to scatter some ones ashes will certainly come back have a pair of flat shoes to wear

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Titusville, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

The trails are set-up to accomodate your level of hiking ability. We took one of the longer routes which took about two hours. The guide at the visitor center was very helpful with the selection of the hiking paths. The landscape and the views were breathtaking. Parking was $10 for the whole day. You can either park at the bottom... More

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San Diego, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

several different hikes to choose from, beautiful views of the beach or the cliffs, easy to make it a short or long hike, even runners enjoy these. gotta pay for parking but credit card and cash accepted. simply beautiful very kid friendly & once your done take a walk on the beach. definitely a recommended must see location especially if... More

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Toledo, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We had beautiful views and a good hike on the trails. We parked at the bottom for $12 and hiked up to the trail head.

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Denver, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

The views were terrific and the hiking was wonderful. You can start out on the bluff and end up at the ocean. This was a great way to spend an afternoon.

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Nashville, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Beautiful - a must-see! Wearing comfortable shoes because it is a long walk down to the ocean but definitley work it.

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