After the Fire: What Recovers, What Doesn’t, and What It Means for the Reserve
The fire that started May 15 on Santa Rosa Island burned for more than two weeks before it was fully contained on June 4. Santa Rosa is one of only two places on Earth where the Torrey pine grows…
Los Peñasquitos Lagoon Inlet Maintenance: What to Know This Week
If you're planning a visit to the beach near the lagoon this week, here's a heads-up: the annual Los Peñasquitos Lagoon inlet maintenance is scheduled for May 8–12. The beach south of the…
Signs of What’s to Come at Torrey Pines
If you’ve driven past the hill lately and felt the tug to turn in, you’re not alone. Since Monday, November 3, 2025, the road up to the top of Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and all trails within…
Board Transitions at Torrey Pines Conservancy
Strong stewardship requires both continuity and renewal. As we enter a new chapter, we extend deep gratitude to three extraordinary board members who concluded their service in 2025 after…
Torrey Pines Closure FAQ
As you may have read by now, California State Parks has begun a multi-phase improvement project at the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. Starting November 3, 2025 through the end of February 2026,…
Closure Notice: Improvement Projects at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
Starting November 3, 2025, California State Parks will begin a multi-phase improvement project at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. The project will upgrade utilities, enhance accessibility,…
Wine in the Pines Returns to the Reserve
After a three-year pause, Wine in the Pines returned on April 26 for an unforgettable evening celebrating the 75th anniversary of Torrey Pines Conservancy. The weather teased us with forecasts of…
Historic Restoration & Training at Torrey Pines Lodge
The Historic Torrey Pines Lodge, a cherished landmark within the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, will undergo critical structural repairs from May 5-16, 2025. Torrey Pines Conservancy is excited…
Pitch Canker: Protecting the Rare and Resilient Torrey Pines
For 75 years, Torrey Pines Conservancy has been at the forefront of protecting one of the rarest pines in the world: the Torrey pine (Pinus torreyana ssp. torreyana). Nestled within the Torrey Pines…
Growing Community at Torrey Pines
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve holds a special place in the hearts of many San Diegans and visitors from around the world. It’s a place where people come to reconnect with nature, breathe in the…