This Torrey Pines hike takes you to the best of the park - you experience get great ocean views, hike through unique geological formations, get a glimpse of the world-famous golf course, hike on an antique version of the Pacific Coast Highway, and of course, get see the Torrey Pine. The Torrey Pine is the rarest pine tree in the United States and is an endangered species. You can only see them here and on the Channel Islands. As you're hiking Torrey Pines, remember that the environment is fragile, so please stay on the trail. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is one of those once in a lifetime destinations, I highly recommend this hike!
This Torrey Pines hike takes you to the best of the park - you experience get great ocean views, hike through unique geological formations, get a glimpse of the world-famous golf course, hike on an antique version of the Pacific Coast Highway, and of course, get see the Torrey Pine. The Torrey Pine is the rarest pine tree in the United States and is an endangered species. You can only see them here and on the Channel Islands. As you're hiking Torrey Pines, remember that the environment is fragile, so please stay on the trail. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is one of those once in a lifetime destinations, I highly recommend this hike!
How to Get To the Torrey Pines Hike
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is very popular, get here early to beat the crowds. If it's after 8am, you might have a hard time finding a parking space. There is a parking fee for this state park.
There are bathrooms at the parking area and Visitor's Center.
Gear for the Hike
You don't need any special hiking gear for Torrey Pines, you can get away with workout clothes.
If you're thinking of swimming, the hike does go down to the beach at one point. If you're not from the area, you might not know that the Pacific Ocean is usually pretty cold. You can take a dip if you hike in a bathing suit, but it'll be chilly.
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Stay away from the cliff walls. They do break off and fall. There have been fatalities in the area from cliffs falling.
If you're tired and want to end the hike here, go straight for about 0.75 up the Beach Trail to reach the parking lot.
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When planning, always check the park website and social media to make sure the trails are open. Similarly, check the weather and road conditions.