Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

Enjoy wind-swept sandstone formations and spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean along the six hiking trails ranging from easy, family friendly paths to more advance trails. Get out into nature at one of the most beautiful spots in San Diego. Nestled atop the scenic cliffs of La Jolla, Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is one of only two places on earth where nature lovers can find the nation's rarest pine tree, the Torrey Pine (Pinus torreyana). It's a top photo spot for nature lovers and photo shoots too.

> Explore the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

Sunset Cliffs Hidden Sea Cave

This photo spot in San Diego needs to be seen to be believed! Tucked beneath sandstone bluffs on the southern end of Luscomb's Point (adjacent to Sunset Cliffs Blvd, just north of Monaco St), is this curious chasm. Sunset Cliffs is a beautiful spot in San Diego and very unique beach area. Peer through the chain link fence to view the illuminated boulder-strewn cavern below. It's best to enjoy the cave from above and avoid the dangerous waves and currents below. Bring your camera along for dazzling sunset photos and photography shoots.

Rumor has it that the cave was used to smuggle rum from Mexico to the houses above during the Prohibition era.

> Discover the Beaches of Point Loma

Annie's Canyon Trail

Journey along this scenic nature trail in San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve. The moderate-to-strenuous, 1/4 mile, 200-foot climb to a vista point offers panoramic views of the reserve and the Pacific Ocean. The joy is in the journey, as steep switchbacks pass through the naturally sculpted sandstone walls and narrow slot corridors, creating a sense of mystery and wonder. You'll find people shooting photography and doing selfies along the sandstone. This beautiful place in San Diego is worth adventuring too and this nature spot is also located near the ocean.

> Explore to San Diego's North Coastal Region

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

This seemingly boundless preserve, "one of the most pristine desert parks in the world" (according to National Geographic) and the largest state park in California, features rugged badlands, slot canyons, mud caves, hidden palm oases, colorful wildflowers in the spring and jaw-dropping overlooks such as Fonts Point — sometimes called "California's Grand Canyon" — and Vista del Malpais.

> Explore Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

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