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Took my little one hiking here, and we had such a great time! They have several hiking trails, including easy, kid-friendly ones that are perfect for families. There's also a museum where you can see preserved animals, which made the visit even more fun and educational. There's plenty of parking, and the ocean views are absolutely beautiful. Just keep in mind that dogs aren't allowed on the trails. Overall, it's a gorgeous place to explore if you're looking for an easy hike with amazing scenery and a fun outing for kids.
Torrey Pines is a gorgeous park just north of La Jolla. For a small parking fee, they offer beautiful cliff views, beach-side walking and hiking trails, and seasonal blooms. The views are great. Personally, I prefer La Jolla, but this is very suitable for someone looking for a casual walk/hike without the crowds. They have many benches and are far more intimate than surrounding beaches. I'd love to enjoy a sunset here, but unfortunately, cars must be out of the top lot by 7pm. They do, however, have an abundance of port-a-pottys in the lot. Well-preserved and very walkable, Torrey Pines is worth at least one visit.
3/30/26 update: We paid $15 for the entrance fee on a Monday. I believe it would cost more on a holiday or weekend. You have the option to park in the lower parking lot or the upper. We parked in the upper because it's closer to the hiking trails. I would park in the lower parking lot if you wanted to spend more time at the beach. We went on the Razor Point Trail, Beach Trail, and Yucca Point. The Beach Trail has more than 100 stairs that go down to the beach. We spent about 2 hrs in total there. We took pictures and videos. Make sure you wear sneakers, a hat, sunglasses, bring water, and sun tan lotion.
Honestly, Torrey Pines is just one of those places I never get tired of. The beach trail is my go-to and it takes you all the way down to the beach and the views along the way are just chef's kiss. The hike is pretty chill, just a couple of uphills here and there, nothing crazy. It's the kind of place that genuinely makes you feel good, like actually resets your soul a little. Living in San Diego and being so close to a gem like this? Super grateful for that! The trails are always in great shape and there's usually enough space to spread out, just don't sleep on arriving early on weekends or you'll be fighting for a spot!
Favorite parking lot is north beach- easy access to the bathroom and shower nozzle. With the new extended ramp down the beach it's much more accessible when bringing down the wagons filled with tents and chairs etc. just noticed the shared toy box by the restroom for those impromptu visit with the kiddos.
Beautiful place to hike amongst some of the rarest pine trees on the planet. Also a great place to go the beach. Pricing for parking is not cheap but the fee seems to vary by demand. I drove to the top and was able to pay online for my parking fee ($20.00). Look out for hikers in the road, despite multiple signs telling them to stay out of lanes. Stunning views of the coast and lots of cool native plants to visit. Highly recommended!
3/1/2026 Update: Upper road and Trails open! Yay! Upper parking lot still has Porta-potties. Looks like they just got rid of old restroom building. Trails still nice lovely. Bottom stairs near Flat Rock open. Check the tides before you go. You don't want to get caught by water and cliffs (cliff dangerous if walking under; follow posted warning signs). Sunset and views of La Jolla are awesome as always. Cheers.
Beautiful spot. Headed out for a hike along the beach in Oct. Underestimate when high tide was coming in. We got there around 9ish and parked and headed out on the trail. We saw a sign saying High tide was coming at noon. By the time we reached the coast it was 10am, the water was very close to the stairs already. Our plan to walk along the coast back to our car ended shortly. We didn't have water shoes or else that would have been doable. Next time we will check the high tide schedule! And come way before the 2 hour mark. Probably at least 4hours to be safe. Nonetheless it was a nice spot to check out
Our family enjoyed their first visit to Torrey Pines for an extended hike and walk along the beach. Weekdays the entrance fee is $15 and $20 for the weekend. The trail was well-attended late Monday morning but not so crowded that we felt rushed to move along. Certain areas require more caution due to being slippery or harder to maneuver with rocks and less obvious dedicated areas to place one's feet. The beach was not crowded and allowed us to have a semi-private experience observing sea life and marveling at the landscape.
We came here on a Sunday mid-morning and was pleasantly surprised to find parking. In fact, while there were a lot of people, it wasn't super crowded (and yes, it was still a sunny day). Be aware there is a daily fee based upon demand, so the parking price may change. Today, it was $20. We drove up the cliff to the top parking lots. Today, there was ample parking. We stopped by the information center, and the docents and staff were very helpful. Most importantly is my pic of the trails and trailheads - they don't hand out paper maps. The other notable, is there isn't restroom facilities at the information center. You'll have to cross the street to the other parking lot and use the blue portable outhouses. (They did have separate pump water hand washing stations - not totally roughing it.) The trails were easy to find and stay on - being quite wide and well groomed (its sandy, there are steps and some stairs). Overall, the trails are under a few miles and its easy to reverse course and go back, if you don't want to walk the entire trail. As you can see from my pics, the views were great. The salt air was great. The cliffs were great. And my companion, my wife, was even greater!
5 days ago
Lovely experience all around! A must do in the area! We hiked all of the trails in one day and visited the Visitor's Center as well as the beach to get the full comprehensive experience. All of it was fantastic and the views were breathtaking. The hiking trails are easy in my opinion with some hills or steps on one of them. You can pick what you want to do/from different trails and get out and enjoy the scenery. Of all my things to do in this area, this is one of my favorites for the scenery. I can't recommend it enough! read more
First time visiting Torrey Pines State Reserve, and the hiking trails and park itself were absolutely stunning. We had limited time at the reserve, so we entered through the south entrance and paid $20 to enter and park. We then made our way up to the visitor center and had no issues finding parking. During our visit, we did the Guy Fleming Trail, which is a very easy and scenic 0.8-mile loop. The cliff views were dramatic and beautiful, and we also loved that the trail felt very peaceful and quiet. Afterward, we drove down to the beach lot and walked along the beach for about an hour to admire the cliffs from below. Overall, it was an amazing visit and one of our favorite stops in San Diego. I would definitely return again. read more
Such a beautiful day is always had here. Between the quiet solace of the sun while meandering along trails and the Pacific Ocean at the Torrey Pines State Reserve, and the drop-dead gorgeousness of the naturally occurring nature and its many varieties, your heart and peaceful spirit will always be soothed and satiated after spending a leisurely time here. Bring a friend, loved one, or significant other along to experience the abundance of the amazing beauty that still surrounds us today. read more
Took my little one hiking here, and we had such a great time! They have several hiking trails, including easy, kid-friendly ones that are perfect for families. There's also a museum where you can see preserved animals, which made the visit even more fun and educational. There's plenty of parking, and the ocean views are absolutely beautiful. Just keep in mind that dogs aren't allowed on the trails. Overall, it's a gorgeous place to explore if you're looking for an easy hike with amazing scenery and a fun outing for kids. read more
3 months ago
Torrey Pines is a gorgeous park just north of La Jolla. For a small parking fee, they offer beautiful cliff views, beach-side walking and hiking trails, and seasonal blooms. The views are great. Personally, I prefer La Jolla, but this is very suitable for someone looking for a casual walk/hike without the crowds. They have many benches and are far more intimate than surrounding beaches. I'd love to enjoy a sunset here, but unfortunately, cars must be out of the top lot by 7pm. They do, however, have an abundance of port-a-pottys in the lot. Well-preserved and very walkable, Torrey Pines is worth at least one visit. read more
27 days ago
This review is specific to Broken Hill Trail. Great trail for those looking to do easy flat, quick hike. Leads to shore with beautiful views. read more
3/30/26 update: We paid $15 for the entrance fee on a Monday. I believe it would cost more on a holiday or weekend. You have the option to park in the lower parking lot or the upper. We parked in the upper because it's closer to the hiking trails. I would park in the lower parking lot if you wanted to spend more time at the beach. We went on the Razor Point Trail, Beach Trail, and Yucca Point. The Beach Trail has more than 100 stairs that go down to the beach. We spent about 2 hrs in total there. We took pictures and videos. Make sure you wear sneakers, a hat, sunglasses, bring water, and sun tan lotion. read more
Honestly, Torrey Pines is just one of those places I never get tired of. The beach trail is my go-to and it takes you all the way down to the beach and the views along the way are just chef's kiss. The hike is pretty chill, just a couple of uphills here and there, nothing crazy. It's the kind of place that genuinely makes you feel good, like actually resets your soul a little. Living in San Diego and being so close to a gem like this? Super grateful for that! The trails are always in great shape and there's usually enough space to spread out, just don't sleep on arriving early on weekends or you'll be fighting for a spot! read more
4 months ago
Favorite parking lot is north beach- easy access to the bathroom and shower nozzle. With the new extended ramp down the beach it's much more accessible when bringing down the wagons filled with tents and chairs etc. just noticed the shared toy box by the restroom for those impromptu visit with the kiddos. read more
18 days ago
Beautiful place to hike amongst some of the rarest pine trees on the planet. Also a great place to go the beach. Pricing for parking is not cheap but the fee seems to vary by demand. I drove to the top and was able to pay online for my parking fee ($20.00). Look out for hikers in the road, despite multiple signs telling them to stay out of lanes. Stunning views of the coast and lots of cool native plants to visit. Highly recommended! read more
3/1/2026 Update: Upper road and Trails open! Yay! Upper parking lot still has Porta-potties. Looks like they just got rid of old restroom building. Trails still nice lovely. Bottom stairs near Flat Rock open. Check the tides before you go. You don't want to get caught by water and cliffs (cliff dangerous if walking under; follow posted warning signs). Sunset and views of La Jolla are awesome as always. Cheers. read more
Beautiful spot. Headed out for a hike along the beach in Oct. Underestimate when high tide was coming in. We got there around 9ish and parked and headed out on the trail. We saw a sign saying High tide was coming at noon. By the time we reached the coast it was 10am, the water was very close to the stairs already. Our plan to walk along the coast back to our car ended shortly. We didn't have water shoes or else that would have been doable. Next time we will check the high tide schedule! And come way before the 2 hour mark. Probably at least 4hours to be safe. Nonetheless it was a nice spot to check out read more
Iconic beach in La Jolla! Incredible scenery and the crispiest fresh air. Clean. Free parking can be challenging, but be patient or find paid parking. Loved strolling the beach barefoot while feeling the breeze and water. read more
Our family enjoyed their first visit to Torrey Pines for an extended hike and walk along the beach. Weekdays the entrance fee is $15 and $20 for the weekend. The trail was well-attended late Monday morning but not so crowded that we felt rushed to move along. Certain areas require more caution due to being slippery or harder to maneuver with rocks and less obvious dedicated areas to place one's feet. The beach was not crowded and allowed us to have a semi-private experience observing sea life and marveling at the landscape. read more
We came here on a Sunday mid-morning and was pleasantly surprised to find parking. In fact, while there were a lot of people, it wasn't super crowded (and yes, it was still a sunny day). Be aware there is a daily fee based upon demand, so the parking price may change. Today, it was $20. We drove up the cliff to the top parking lots. Today, there was ample parking. We stopped by the information center, and the docents and staff were very helpful. Most importantly is my pic of the trails and trailheads - they don't hand out paper maps. The other notable, is there isn't restroom facilities at the information center. You'll have to cross the street to the other parking lot and use the blue portable outhouses. (They did have separate pump water hand washing stations - not totally roughing it.) The trails were easy to find and stay on - being quite wide and well groomed (its sandy, there are steps and some stairs). Overall, the trails are under a few miles and its easy to reverse course and go back, if you don't want to walk the entire trail. As you can see from my pics, the views were great. The salt air was great. The cliffs were great. And my companion, my wife, was even greater! read more
2 months ago
beautiful place for a walk on the beach or up on the hill! So pretty! Didnt run into any rattlesnakes thankfully! Def recommend this place for hiking, if that's your thing or just a day at the beach. not as crowded as La Jolla Shires (but i love it there too!). There ARE occasionally rattlesnakes on the beach, near the sidewalk and leading up to and on the beach itself. There are rocks where there's a lot of squirrels running around and likely there's some rattlesnakes behind those rocks. It's beautiful but be careful here and watch where you step getting on and off the beach. read more
1 year ago
A gorgeous, GORGEOUS beach that is only a half hour away from downtown San Diego. Sweeping views of the ocean, easy hikes, and an active rail line only 40 feet from the water, AM I DREAMING? Thankfully, no. This all exists... for now. Erosion is slowly eating away at the park and its gorgeous cliffs. It probably will not happen in most of our lifetimes, but eventually this park and everything around it will be pulled into the ocean. Enjoy it now because this beautiful park should be closely guarded for future generations. It really is a splendor to the human spirit. Make sure you give yourself time to find some parking because it can be difficult in the summer. read more
1 year ago
Beautiful ocean views & easy trails! PARKING: You can park for free before the State Park entrance OR enter the State Park & pay the fee of $15. There's plenty of parking inside the park but might be crowded during the weekends. TRAIL LEVELS: The majority of the trails you decide to take are fairly easy or moderate! Torrey Pines is the perfect spot for beginner hikers. I saw families that brought their stroller, little toddlers and much older people hiking here. Just stay on the trail & do your research before hand. OTHER THINGS: - Don't pluck the flowers, its a $400 fine :) - I did not see any trash here (YAY). Please practice leave no trace. - There are rattle snacks, watch your step & surroundings. - There are restrooms in the parking lot. - Wear shoes that have good grip, there are certain areas where you can easily slip. read more
I think parking is actually $15 per car and not $20... I'm also sad to see the devastation of many of the Torrey Pines and prickly pears...I think drought and bark beetles have caused this...I'll have to ask the nature center staff about it. We did see a good film at the nature center about the Torrey Pines, which I'd highly recommend. The center carries many helpful books and unique gifts from local artists. I've been purchasing the beautiful Torrey Pines mugs from Connie Beardsley for decades! We also recently went on the longest trail (North Fork?) and it was just as lovely as ever...it's a loop that you can take down to the beach (I skip that part during high tide). read more
THE PERFECT HIKE FOR NON-HIKERS If the idea of hiking makes you groan, panic, or show aversion --you're not alone. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve benefits every soul. You don't have to be fit. You don't have to be a "hiker." It's healing for mental health. It's rewarding for a neurobrain lift. You can bring your babies, your grandma, your partner - or just yourself. And all will be well. 5 Reasons Why You Need to Get On The Bandwagon 1. It's stunning with almost no effort. Even the easiest, flattest paths give you ocean views, blooming flowers, unique bluffs, and greenery --without actually breaking a sweat. 2. You can choose your own adventure. Want to stroll? There's a trail for that. Want to climb a little? There's a trail for that too. Want to sit on a bench and just bask in nature, cool. Nothing is too long, too scary, or too overwhelming. 3. It's mental health magic. Salt air, sunshine, breeze, beauty, & soft wind --if you don't come out thinking and feeling better after marinating in natural peace, joking aside, consider psychiatric assistance. 4. Parking is tricky. Parking is $20. Several lots in the reserve. Or you can park on the street, rarely available parking. Or you can park half a mile up street parking, $4 per hour. Or you can park on the opposite side of Torrey Pines, street is free or the other paid lot. It'll be a 10 to 15 minute walk to the reserve. 5. It's beautifully inclusive. Toddlers. Teens. Groups. Bikers. Elderly. Canes. Runners. Walkers. Hikers Dogs are not allowed. And should not be. But I know you sneak in early, bring dogs, & leave all their poop on the trails. So disrespectful!! Torrey Pines isn't a place you have to conquer. It's a place that carries you. HOT TIPS *If walking is not your thing. Hang out at the beach. *The City Transit drops you off right in front of The preserve there are no excuses. *Visit the visitor center *Bird watching best early morning or before sunset "Take a list of good things you want to multiply and symbolically submit them to the ocean." read more
TORREY PINES STATE RESERVE @ LA JOLLA THE BEST place for hikes! I've always went on all the trails here, it's always clean, a beautiful walk and such a great view from everything in nature! There is indeed a parking lot for $20 per car, or you can easily find street parking on the side of up the neighborhoods, I'd recommend it, it's short and free. The trail itself can be short to long, depending on which ones you choose. I went on the Guy Fleming which was a beautiful view and it was about a mile or so. Not too bad, you do go up hills so prepare for it. It does get busy, but it's nice to see everyone else getting their steps in for the day! Overall, i'd recommend everyone to come here for a hike. It's a must in San Diego! read more
1 year ago
Going to Torrey Pines has always been one of my favorite things to do in SD. It's beautiful and there's not much to say except don't miss it, if you're visiting from out of town. You can walk along the beach, or hike along the cliffs, and if you pay to go into the reserve it's $15 for a day rate and it's fully worth it. You can drive to the top of the hill and hike around from there. Beautiful day to be out there when we went! read more
10 months ago
I'm a little late on my reviews but I had such an amazing hike at Torrey pines National Park in January! Parking lot in park charges $20 for all day parking. (Park hours) The trail we went on was moderate and there's plenty of different trails throughout the park you can choose to hike. The weather was perfect in January for a hike. The weather was around 60 degrees but body started warming up 20 minutes into the hike. I really suggest wearing hiking shoes or shoes with good grip. I wore running shoes (ASICS Gel- nimbus) and busted my butt walking down a few steps near the beach. read more
I absolutely love the combination of hiking and beach views available at Torrey Pines State Reserve. Sometimes I just want a beach walk. If the tide is high, I might choose to hike up the hill. If I'm short on time, I might just drive up the hill and do a quick trail. No matter what, the views are spectacular and will always make you happy you came! I love the state beach parking pass because sometimes we just go for a beach picnic and see the sunset. We don't feel like we need to stay a long time to get our money's worth. We've used it in Coronado, Carlsbad, Cardiff, etc. So, it's really convenient to park at state beaches. read more
11 months ago
Definite worth the visit - with breathless vistas and incredible biodiversity - I'll be back to check out more trails. If you opt to do the beach trail to flat rock- it's is a gradual descent ... but be prepared for 100 plus steps (in particular the narrow staircase type steps at the end to flat rock) and some gradual switch backs... but it's so worth it!! The staff at the visitors center are super helpful and will let you know what trails might suit the distance and hiking ability you are seeking. They also provide a junior ranger program and a guided hike in the morning. The store also has interesting educative geological/ historical info and souvenirs reasonably priced. Parking was $25 on the weekend but it gives you access to the parking lot near the beach or drive further up to hiking trails. Well worth it for the adventures! read more
Beautiful area to go hiking! The Guy Fleming loop trail is recommended for nice, scenic views by the coast. After the loop, continue on to Beach trail, but make sure to stop by the other points of interest along the way! read more
Beautiful vibes beautiful times! The views are so nice here! We came here to do a family shoot and enjoy the outdoors! There is a parking lot at the bottom and you can take the walk up to any of the trailheads to hike. Alternatively, you're able to drive to the start of a trailhead and then do the hike. We had our dad with us who struggles with steps, so we appreciated being able to drive to the bottom and take a trail that didn't have too many steps. Definitely worth the hike and plan to spend some time! read more
1 year ago
Absolutely beautiful place to hike and spend time. You can either walk up the large hill (pretty good workout!) or pay to drive to the top with parking spots. A lot of the trails are accessible and we were able to bring my 90 year old grandma to enjoy the scenery. My favorite spots are the red butte and the beach trail which leads from the top of the cliffs down to the beach. We bring everyone who visits San Diego to Torrey Pines Reserve! It's a lucky day when sharks or dolphins can be spotted from the cliffs read more
I can see why this is such a popular hike! The ocean, the rock formations, the stone beach, and the easy trails around the cliffs makes for a spectacular hike and experience. It was a cold day in December but there were so many people out still. We did the reverse hike route, starting with the rocky beach and I think it was a good idea. The rocks were challenging and we got through that part first and took our time with the amazing photos. I would do this hike over and over again. There are easy portions that anyone can do. There were docents out explaining the wild life also. We were lucky to find street parking. Otherwise there is a paid lot. Please come out and create your own adventure. read more
Looking for something to do when in the San Diego area. Check out Torrey Pines its a great place to get away for a few hours and bonus it's by the beach. Plenty of trails to choose from or experience all of them. Parking is $20 weekends. Walk the trails and make your way down to the beach. It's ok to be a novice to enjoy Torrey Pines. People of all ages are enjoying the trails. Experience this place at least once. You'll feel recharged after. read more
This is an amazing place for you to come and enjoy nature, and experience the Earth! And I mean it; There was sand inside my socks! Easy hike on the Guy Fleming Trail. Cool breezes, clear skies, and amazing views! We parallel parked in the street with the first row of houses. Plenty of spaces, easy parking. Then we walked along the beach and looped once around the Guy Fleming trail. It was total 2 hours. I wish we had more time today to visit the other trails and the visitor center up there. Restrooms are located on the beach by the parking, at the beginning of the preserve. The beach area has picnic tables for you to have lunch at. I will definitely come back to check out the other trails read more
2 years ago
This is pay to enter state park. Restrooms and tables and walking loops. A nice pleasant way to walk a little, watch the surfers and maybe have a sandwich. Pelicans and dolphins can be seen from the beach. Waves were small under 4 feet. Great spot read more
Such a scenic hike. North side was closed so we parked at the south reserve parking.parking is 20$ all day. We went on parry grove trail which was short but had 118 steps. The stone steps were steep at some points but not impossible. This was our second trail. We did the north grove fleming a few months back. Now left is Yucca trail which is supposed to be the best as it goes down to the beach. A must when in San Diego. read more
The most challenging part of our hike was figuring out where to park. The website indicates South Beach entrance and North Beach entrance. We tried both lots and they are far from the trails. We finally made our way to the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve at 12600 N. Torrey Pines Rd., and then went up a hilly road to the 2 parking lots by the lodge. There's a QR code you scan to pay for your parking ($20 a day). Maybe you can get away without paying, but we didn't want to risk a $70 ticket. From this location, you're at the start of all the trails. Once situated with parking, we find a large map of all the trails. Their website showed a large section that was closed for repair, but turns out there is only a very small path that's closed now (9/28/24, see pic). We met a ranger as we were looking over the map, and she recommended: Trail head to Flat Rock, down to beach, back up to Broken Hill Trail, slight detour to Broken Hill Trail overlook, then back down to Southfork Trail, then paved road back to parking lot. This was a great 3+ mile hike with lots of gorgeous views of canyons and ocean. The trails where well marked and maintained from all the repairs they did over the summer. Lots of stairs, but nothing difficult at all. The views were spectacular, and some of rocky parts reminded me of Arizona. We saw lots of native plants along the way, including yucca trees, cactus, and of course, the Torrey Pines (very rare pine tree only in San Diego.) Totally worth the $20 parking. read more
This is not my favorite natural area in SD, nor do I consider any of the paths to be actual "hiking trails", but it is a beautiful location nonetheless. Parking is hectic and pricey; I have been here many times with friends. We have paid to park along the beach and up the hill. I'm frugal; I'd rather park-and-walk from across the 5 freeway for free. There's a safe passageway to get to the beach-side. The trails are fairly well-maintained, but I did see so much garbage all over. Whhhhyyyy can't people stop littering?! I'm sure it would be worse if dogs were allowed here; I am actually thankful they're not as I suspect poo bags would be everywhere. All the walks are pretty easy; there's narrow steps and rails in some places. The terrain is a bit uneven; I recommend walking poles. Overall, this is a nice way to spend a few hours but no matter the day or time, the paths are crowded and people are loud (and obnoxious- I saw many upset red ants where people poured water on their homes). Pros: - location and views - restrooms up the hill and below - easily walkable - modest loops and short paths Cons: - narrow paths - trails not always open - people litter - expensive parking - no shade or trees - loud ambience; many obnoxious people - if your intention is a good workout, this is not the place for you read more
11 months ago
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12600 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
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Would you bring your young children on this hike? 3 & 5. They do well hiking in AZ. Just have no idea how these trails are....Thanks
Yes! There are several parking spots. I would avoid the first visitor parking by the entrance and drive up to the second parking. This way you'll avoid the incline of the hill and kids wouldn't get too tired before even getting to see the views.
Can we go for a hike before 10am, on maps it says they don't "open" til that time but I like doing my hikes early?
You can go earlier the parking lot just wasn't be open. But street parking is.
Does the park close at a certain time? Would we be able to have a sunset picnic?
Closed at sunset. The beach is still an option.
Where to park if I don't want to pay$20?
Carmel valley road or N Torrey Pines Road has free street parking.
Since we have kids, I wanted to drive up and park near the trails. Never done that before but I've seen people do it. How likely will I get a parking space on a Saturday morning?
It's luck of the draw, especially on a Saturday. Unless you are there by 5AM. I THINK you have to pay 20 dollars to get close to the trails. I am not sure because I park by the residential area or close to the beach parking. I think you will be ok…
Dogs off leash?
No dogs allowed on or off leash. Halfway up the beach to Del Mar, dogs are allowed.
Is it open (7/25 plan to visit)? Just wanted to try the trails this weekend.
The beach is open! However the state park and trails are still closed.
Are these path stroller friendly?
Some of them are yes, but you have to park at the top of the reserve, not the bottom. Very steep hill from the beach area to the top where all the paths are.
Is there any shade at this beach?
Yes there is at the top of the hike where there is a separate parking lot and big trees and a nature preserve. The entire hike itself is pretty short and you have an ocean breeze so the sun is usually not much of an issue.
Any hotel recommendations nearby? Something nice but moderately priced and a short drive to the reserve?
VRBO or airbnb
Is it a stroller friendly type of trail?
There's no sidewalk--it's mostly a massive sandy beach--so putting a baby in a backpack carrier would be better.
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