Highlights
- adventure friendly
- surfer friendly
- no lifeguard on duty
- parking
- bathrooms and showers
- dog friendly: on leash
La Jolla’s most infamous beach, where getting there is an adventure on its own, and clothing is optional. Once there, you’ll enjoy its 2-mile stretch of gorgeous golden black sands, towering bluffs, prime surf, and hang gliders soaring above you. The clothing-optional stretch of beach is within the northernmost part, one mile north of the Torrey Pines trail staircase. Also, be prepared to get your heart racing for the journey back up– it’s steep, so pack light!