Torrey Pines Beach Trail
About This Trail
The Beach Trail is in the Torrey Pines State Reserve is a trail area with sweeping ocean views along the coast in between La Jolla and Del Mar. From the parking areas you head straight up a paved path that allows cars. From the top there are several dirt trails with the Beach trail, leading down to the beach, being the most popular. This is one of the top tourist destinations in San Diego so head out early or on a weekday to beat the crowds.
Trail Features
| Carrier needed | No |
|---|---|
| Stroller friendly | No |
| ADA accessible | No |
| Water fountains | Yes |
| Bathrooms | No |
| Pet friendly | No |
| Nearby convenience store | No |
| Camping Nearby | No |
| Emergency support within 5 miles |
Yes |
Trail highlights
If you time it right you can hike to the top of Torrey Pines, hike down Beach Trail and walk back to the trail head/parking area along the beach rather than hiking back up the Beach Trail. Just make sure it’s during low tide or your feet will get wet! Don’t hug the cliff in case of falling rocks.
Fee & Parking Details
Parking is $15 in the lots. Parking is free along the road, but it’s tricky to claim a spot.
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About The Guide
Hike it Baby Family Trail Guide is an online resource to help families with children source trails that little legs can hike and parents can feel comfortable with. Hike details are sourced and have been hiked by families who participate in our community. Our contributors do their best to give you all the details they can, but if something is missed, you can reach out to the contributor and offer suggestions for them to add to make it a better trail description for all. This guide was built with a generous 3-year partnership with L.L Bean. Like Hike it Baby, L.L Bean believes that helping get families into nature from birth on is key to healthier, happier communities.
Trail Disclaimer
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