Black's Beach

Most nudists use the unofficial Gliderport trail: free dirt lot at the Torrey Pines Gliderport (2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr), then a steep, rough 300-foot descent with a city 'Do Not Use' sign; lifeguards logged 47 cliff rescues there in 2025. Wear grippy shoes and avoid it after rain. Safer alternatives: walk about 2 miles south from Torrey Pines State Beach (paid lot, $10-25) or 3 miles north from La Jolla Shores, both only at low tide; or walk down the gated paved road from La Jolla Farms Rd (limited 2-hour street parking). Not wheelchair accessible.

Visitors describe a spectacular, wild setting and a quiet, spread-out nude stretch where it is easy to find space. The overwhelming theme is the access: the Gliderport trail is steep, eroded and exhausting on the way back up, and many recommend the tide-dependent beach walk instead. Some reports mention gawkers and men lingering near the trail foot, while others say the regulars are friendly and police the beach informally. Strong rip currents and stingrays are commonly mentioned, as are hang gliders overhead. Bring water and plan around the tide.

Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.

The City of San Diego banned nudity on its portion in 1977 and Visit San Diego states nudism is unlawful in the city; nudity persists, tolerated in practice, on the northern state-owned stretch. California State Parks can cite nudity where it is not authorised, so enforcement is possible though uncommon; lewd conduct is cited.

Naturism at Black's Beach sits under United States's rules for de facto tolerance — usually left alone if you keep it non-sexual and low-drama.

Full country law: United States public nudity guide.

Researched 24 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.