Enter this beloved La Jollanature reserveand you’ll be met with wildflowers, lush succulents and breathtaking beach views.
Tip:Start early in the morning to avoid tourist crowdsand smile and say hello to the friendly locals.
(Keep an eye out for free yoga classes and bootcamps next to the Fuller entrance, too.)
Tip:Bring layers, since the wind can be surprisingly chilly.
Open April to October.
This hilly, 78-milenature preserveis studded with placid ponds and home to plenty of soft, wood chip-covered trails.
Tip:Head to the lesser-known Rhus Road entrance to avoid weekend crowds.
The moderate two-hour trail loop meanders along tree-lined carriage paths created by Central Park’s Frederick Law Olmsted.
