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Walk the Red Butte trail in Del Mar., California

Walk the Red Butte trail in Del Mar.

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By the sea2 places along the way

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Here we have a wide sandy beach that draws swimmers, surfers, and anglers, with eroding bluffs above it that can collapse or shed rocks, so keep at least 10 feet from cliff bases. A short walk from the visitor center leads to a viewpoint with ocean vistas and scattered rock formations. Another spot offers wide views over Torrey Pines and the Pacific, framed by colorful plants and wildflowers. A popular loop starts at the beach lot, climbs the road to the top, descends the beach trail, and finishes with a stroll back to the car.

Along the way

1
Torrey Pines beachA 4.5-mile sandy beach popular for swimming, surfing and fishing, with bluffs that can collapse.
2
Torrey Pines visitor center viewpointA short walk gives panoramic ocean views and unique rock formations.

The route

Distance7.7 km
Walking≈ 2 h 05
Running≈ 57 min
Climb↑ 221 m
RouteCircular

A 7.7 km circular route from Del Mar to walk, run or cycle, with 221 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 221 m in total

Before you go

StartNorth Torrey Pines Road, Del Mar, California, 92014Open the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
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