Lynn’s Guidebook
Our favorite beaches
There are a lot of beaches to navigate in San Diego. Here are some of our local faves.
There is a gorgeous hike that starts at the beach, goes through a scenic trail, back down to the beach. You get sunshine, unique natural sights, and the grounding ocean waves all in one perfect bundle. The trail is mild, and is great for all activity levels.
Alternatively, we recommend bringing California/breakfast burritos or a box of Sidecar donuts to picnic at the beach if hiking is not appealing!
268 locals recommend
Torrey Pines State Beach
There is a gorgeous hike that starts at the beach, goes through a scenic trail, back down to the beach. You get sunshine, unique natural sights, and the grounding ocean waves all in one perfect bundle. The trail is mild, and is great for all activity levels.
Alternatively, we recommend bringing California/breakfast burritos or a box of Sidecar donuts to picnic at the beach if hiking is not appealing!
Famous for the sea lions, La Jolla cove is a cute and lively beach. We recommend grabbing some brunch on Prospect before walking along the cove.
Brunch spots: Cody’s La Jolla, The Cottage, or George’s
Tacos: The Taco Stand, or Puesto
1327 locals recommend
La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast BlvdFamous for the sea lions, La Jolla cove is a cute and lively beach. We recommend grabbing some brunch on Prospect before walking along the cove.
Brunch spots: Cody’s La Jolla, The Cottage, or George’s
Tacos: The Taco Stand, or Puesto
Our favorite local trails
Here are a few local trails nearby
This is very close to our home, no car needed to access. The trails are flat, but has a great combination between open air and tree covered dirt paths.
10 locals recommend
Los Penasquitos Canyon Trail
Los Penasquitos Canyon TrailThis is very close to our home, no car needed to access. The trails are flat, but has a great combination between open air and tree covered dirt paths.
Food scene
Civico 1845
1845 India StWe highly recommend their tofu spring rolls and combo pho (noodle soup)!
22 locals recommend
Pho Ca Dao Restaurant
5223 El Cajon BlvdWe highly recommend their tofu spring rolls and combo pho (noodle soup)!
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee
3435 Del Mar Heights Rd
The Pony Room
5921 Valencia Circle