Scripps Coastal Reserve

this is my go to spot. I live in orange county but i already come here to come here and eat lolitas.

If you’re in the area definitely stop here for a view. Tucked away in a really really really nice residential neighborhood, it feels like a hidden treasure. The Unilocal address will take you right to it. Parking can be tricky depending on day and time so you might have to walk a little bit if it’s crowded, but it’s worth it.
Great views of the beach and cliffs. On the weekend you might catch some paragliders floating by or go late in the day for a beautiful sunset.
There is no beach access but about ½ mile up the same road there is a paved winding path that will take you down to the beach.

When my buddy was in town and asking for a location to propose to his girlfriend, it was not an accident that it happened here. Enough said.

Beautiful, breath-​taking views — what’s not to love? You park in the neighborhood and take a short stroll to the cliffs. There’s not much of a hiking trail though. This is more to enjoy the view. Definitely stop here if you’re in the area!

Went here in January when it was really green and beautiful. This place is on the top of the cliffs with a great view of the water. I used to go here all the time when I was a student at ucsd. It overlooks blacks beach and you can see some surfers below.
The mansion across the canyon is so beautiful and you get a really great view of it from here. You also get a great view of la Jolla from mt Soledad to la Jolla shores.

This is the best view of La Jolla! You can park along the sidewalks on the street for free before walking the trail to the cliffs. The trail itself is less than a mile, and you reach a picturesque view overlooking the beach from the cliffs and are not surrounded by people. There are no real boundaries or roped off areas on these cliffs, so children should definitely beware when walking along the edges.
I definitely preferred this area over La Jolla Cove (where the seals are), as tourists swarm the area and there is absolutely no place for parking.

Not a hike more of a small neighborhood park with great views of the ocean in the middle of a fancy neighborhood

Breath taking views. This place is beautiful and you get quite a work out as well. You don’t feel it going down but coming back up its pretty steep. Stopping to take photos along the way helps making you not notice how much of a work out it is. A must see

Beautiful scenery and amazing views from the cliffs. We walked from the Estonia hotel which took about 20 minutes. Well worth the walk and more…

Good spot for an easy walk with stunning views. The day we were there we pretty much had the whole place to ourselves.

What’s not to love about a spectacular, breathtaking view of the ocean at
Sunset? Thanks to all the Unilocalers who highlighted this hidden gem
In their reviews, there is no way I would have come across this place without Unilocal,and that would have been a damn shame, since It is right by my house.
I’ll echo the sentiments Of Other reviewers and say that it’s a short loop, and not Really for Hiking. It is easily accessible and parking is available on nearby residential streets. At dusk, keep an eye out For pedestrians and people with strollers, Since the area has no side walk And people are hard To spot With evening shadows.

Great view of the sunset here.
There’s only street parking available. Directly outside the entrance are red zones and two hour parking, all day. If you plan to stay longer, then you may need to park on La Jolla Shores.
It’s a short trek to the edge of the cliff, but a bit dusty so I would recommend wearing shoes. There are plenty of spots to watch the sunset. You can sit on a rock or a log, but would be more comfy in a beach chair or blanket.
Views are awesome. It’s a great place to watch the sunset or just enjoy the view of the ocean.

I’m not sure what else I can add that hasn’t already been said by other reviews.
Parking: was easy on a mid-​Sunday morning. Free parking on the street.
Trail: super short and easy. It’s like taking a stroll in someone’s super nice backyard. The views are nothing but spectacular and breath taking. It’s worth coming here because you don’t have to work your butt off to end up with amazing views. It’s calm, peaceful, and not crowded with people. A nice spot to picnic with a nice thick blanket (no where to sit) and chillax.

I love this place!
It’s my go-​to place to watch the sunset and to take a walk… to breath in the salt water fresh air and find my center.
The view is gorgeous from here… you can see panoramic views of La Jolla! The picturesque view is worth the trip if you are in the neighborhood. Parking is a challenge because the neighborhood limits the number of spots… you may have to park a few blocks away, but it’s worth the extra steps!

Despite the small walk, this has become a place to visit more than once during various seasons and times, because there is always something different to see.
My first time I visited, it was a misty foggy morning as if nothing was around me on my walk besides a few bushes on the ground and dirt a foot away. It wasn’t until I walked to literally the edge of a cliff that I saw 1. myself at this high edge and 2. a seemingly empty, yet majestic piece of water far far far below. At about ½−1hr later the sun then moved almost towards me and showed me more of the beautiful views including more of San Diego, the beaches below and the large houses that existed– including the people who take care of their very steep yards.

This is one of my favorite spots. The cliffside is so serene… I like to come out here and just be by myself with my thoughts. As you can see, my future home is in the distance. :-p This place is located in a beautiful neighborhood with lots of unique houses. You can take in the beach and view off to the coastline. Simply at peace here… too good…

Go here at sunset. You can see some of the most amazing and calming views over the Pacific. The trail is a bit on the dusty side.
This place is easy to miss but not too hard to find. Just look for the big black gates. Residential street parking is aplenty.
Technically, no dogs allowed.

Beautiful place to hang out especially for sunsets!
Easily accessible to the edge of the cliff. The trail is well marked and is a light dirt path. The dirt is powdery so dont wear shoes you dont mind getting dust on. Sandals will be okay for this short trip. From the gage, it is approximately ¼ mile in.

I found out about this place during my physics lab at UCSD to measure time with the sunset. There’s a pathway from campus that plenty of students take to get there.
By car, the best place to park is at Whitecliff and La Jolla Farms. Parking is for 2 hours. Head towards the black gate and you’ll see and open doorway to the path towards the cliffs.
You’ll get an amazing view of the big blue and the coastline from La Jolla Shores to possibly Del Mar (correct me if I’m wrong). Below you is Black’s Beach which is also known as the nude beach. So far, haven’t seen anyone actually nude. There’s a separate path to get to Black’s and that requires climbing up a huge hill on the way back.
If you get a chance to visit, I’d suggest you visit at sunset. It’s the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen in San Diego especially on a clear and perfect day.

One of the best places for not only hiking, meditation, but also for great sightseeing! The hike is not that long (~15−30 min) as the trail is one loop with a stop in the middle at the cliff, where you can pause for great photos and just stare out into the water with your loved one.
Let me just tell you that the view is absolutely beautiful and breathtaking! I think my group and I stayed there for a good 45 minutes just basking in the view of the waters. Occasionally, you will see some people parasailing over the beach, which is pretty cool.
**Parking can be a bit tricky. I recommend finding some free parking in the residential area that is close to the entrance to the location.