Yucca Point/Red Butte

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is a coastal state park located near the California community of La Jolla, California. It remains one of the wildest stretches of land on the Southern California coast, with cliffs that overlook Torrey Pines State Beach and a lagoon that is vital to migrating seabirds. There are eight miles of trails within the park, a small museum, and the Torrey Pines Lodge – a hotel and tour station. From the cliffs, it is possible to see La Jolla to the south and Del Mar to the north. Occasionally, whales can also seen as they follow the California coast as part of their migration route.

At the reserve, visitors can explore eight miles of trails offering varying levels of difficulty and scenic views.  This loop hike at Yucca Point starts in the parking area across from the visitor’s center and follows the Razor Point Trail to an overlook bearing the same name with panoramic views in all directions and out to the ocean. From here, the route picks up the Yucca Point Trail and heads south to a wooden platform on the edge of a cliff. Climb from this point back to the parking area across from the Visitor’s Center to complete the loop.