Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

Located on the northern coast of San Diego is one of the wildest stretches of land in all of Southern California, the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, which has been preserved in its original beauty and makes a fantastic spot for your engagement shoot. 

Kept in its natural state, this nature preserve features maritime chaparrals, the seldom-seen Torrey pine, a lagoon, and miles of beaches that have been left untouched. This is the perfect spot for the couple who wants to celebrate the casual elegance of nature, one of the best things that California has to offer. 

Here you’ll be able to stroll along trails in the rugged coastal California ecosystem, catch vistas of the deep blue Pacific ocean, and possibly spot different kinds of wildlife. The texture of the green chaparrals on the rolling dunes makes a striking contrast with the California sky. At sunset, watch the sun slip behind the Western rim and leave the sky in bands of colors behind your silhouettes. 

Its quality as an untouched nature preserve and its proximity to the city makes the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve a fantastic spot for San Diego engagement photography. Let your imagination here run wild.

Photo Permit Required: Yes

Contact Julia Miura for Permit: 619.688.3385 or [email protected]

Admission Fee: Varies by Parking Lot

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No Pets Allowed