A coastal state park that stretches up to 2,000 acres, Torrey Pines State Reserve consists of a plateau with steep cliffs that overlook small canyons, lush greenery and the beautiful Torrey Pines State Beach. The landscape was preserved at San Diego’s founding, with miles of unspoiled beaches, rare Torrey Pine trees, chaparral and a lagoon vital to migrating birds. It contains a diversity of flora and fauna, serving as the habitat to a variety of animals such as rabbits, foxes, coyotes and raccoons.

To fully experience this natural wonder, the state park allows you to hike eight different trails of your choice, with each trail varying in terms of length, intensity and scenery. The Guy Fleming Trail is one of the more popular and shorter trails (0.7-mile loop) that features two incredible points that overlook the ocean. The Razor Point Trail (1.4-mile loop) breaks off into several additional trails and surrounds you with the sandstone geological features of the reserve. The Beach Trail or the Broken Hill Trail provides you access to the beach, with great views of the sparkling ocean and the surrounding ridges. It is perfect for picnics and romantic walks, allowing a rewarding time of relaxation after hiking up and down the cliffs.