Overview

Hype:

Ellen Browning Scripps Park, located along the scenic coastline of La Jolla, California, is a beautiful oceanfront park known for its sweeping views, grassy lawns, and easy access to La Jolla Cove. Named after philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps, the park is a popular spot for picnics, weddings, and leisurely walks beneath its signature Monterey cypress trees. Visitors often enjoy watching seals and sea lions on the nearby rocks, exploring the tide pools, or catching breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific. Its combination of natural beauty and convenient location near shops and restaurants makes it one of San Diego’s most beloved coastal destinations.

Time:

Fees: None

Recommended Ages:

0-3
4-11
12-19
20-49
50-69
70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Features:
  • Local Park
  • Picnic Tables
  • Beaches
  • Ocean
  • Walking Trails
  • Viewpoint, Overlooks, Vistas
  • Wildlife and Birding
  • Gardens
  • Pavilions
  • Restrooms - Flush
  • Road Access is Paved
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Potable Water
  • Memorials
  • Pets Allowed

Links: https://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/parks/regional/shoreline/ebscripps

Location

Closest City or Region: La Jolla, California

Coordinates: 32.849829, -117.274389

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July 24, 2004 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Savannah Dye, Madilyn Dye, Cooper Dye, Burnett Extended Family,

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