Torrey Pines Reserve Extension Margaret Fleming

San Diego Hikes: Torrey Pines Reserve Extension Margaret Fleming Nature Trail and Red Ridge Trail

The Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Extension is a little-known area of San Diego’s popular State Park.  This slightly inland area is a quiet, well-preserved view of what coastal San Diego looked like before mass development.  This is our guide to hiking Torrey Pines Reserve Extension Margaret Fleming Nature Trail and Red Ridge Trail. Starting…

Torrey Pines Reserve Extension

San Diego Hikes: Torrey Pines Reserve Extension DAR and Mar Scenic Trail

The Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Extension is a little-known area of San Diego’s popular State Park.  This slightly inland area is a quiet, well-preserved view of what coastal San Diego looked like before mass development.  This is our guide to hiking Torrey Pines Reserve Extension DAR and Mar Scenic Trail. Starting Point: end of…

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Accessible Trails
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Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Accessible Trails and Visitor’s Center

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is a great San Diego attraction.  In the past, it was known for its fairly rugged hiking trails.  However, in recent years the park has done a great deal to make many of its trails ADA accessible.  Most of these trails start right from the upper parking lot by the…

Red Butte, Razor Point Trail, and Yucca Point Trail

San Diego Hikes: Red Butte, Razor Point Trail, and Yucca Point Trail

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is one of San Diego’s most scenic attractions.  From the visitor’s center, a classic easy hike is walking to Red Butte and on to Razor Point and Yucca Point.  This is our guide to hiking to Red Butte, Razor Point Trail, and Yucca Point Trail. Starting Point:  Upper parking lot…

South Fork and Broken Hill Overlook Trails

San Diego Hikes: Torrey Pines South Fork and Broken Hill Overlook Trails

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is one of San Diego’s most scenic attractions.  In recent years, several trails have been closed for restoration.  One trail that has been reopened is the now ADA accessible South Fork Trail which leads to Broken Hill Overlook.  This is our guide to hiking South Fork and Broken Hill Overlook…

Torrey Pines Parry Grove Trail

San Diego Hikes: Torrey Pines Parry Grove Trail

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is one of San Diego’s most scenic attractions.  In recent years, several trails have been closed for restoration.  One trail that has now been restored is the short Parry Grove Trail.  This is our guide to hiking Torrey Pines Parry Grove Trail. Overview Starting Point: 0.7 miles from Torrey Pines lower…

Torrey Pines Guy Fleming Trail

San Diego Hikes: Torrey Pines Guy Fleming Trail

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is one of San Diego’s most scenic attractions.  There are many hiking opportunities, but for a great short hike with maximum view nothing can beat Guy Fleming Trail.  This is our guide to Torrey Pines Guy Fleming Trail. Overview Starting Point: 0.5 miles from Torrey Pines lower South Beach Lot…

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

San Diego’s Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and State Beaches

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is one of San Diego’s great scenic attractions.  This beachfront park has several miles of cliffside beaches and great hiking trails.  The area includes state beaches, a state-run nature reserve, a famous golf course, a gliderport and even a famous nude beach.  This is our overview of the Torrey Pines…

Point Loma Tide Pools

San Diego Beaches: Point Loma Tide Pools at Cabrillo National Monument

Cabrillo National Monument is located at the tip of Point Loma where the Pacific Ocean meets San Diego Bay.  It is best known as the point where the Spanish first landed in California in 1542.  However, when visiting the monument, the Point Loma Tide Pools are a must-see. Beach Type: Rough, rocky area with tide…