Torrey Pines Gliderport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 5m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Torrey Pines Gliderport
Torrey Pines Gliderport is a city-owned private-use glider airport in the La Jolla community of San Diego, California, United States, 11 nautical miles (20 km) northwest of downtown San Diego.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 1,500 ft / 457 m | 30 ft | Dirt | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN DIEGO CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN DIEGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 3200 ft MSL |
| SAN DIEGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 6800 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 322 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Ariel Suites | 269 ft | 75 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Torrey Pines Gliderport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Torrey Pines Gliderport located?
Torrey Pines Gliderport is small airport located in San Diego, United States, at an elevation of 372 ft (113 m).
How many runways does Torrey Pines Gliderport have?
Torrey Pines Gliderport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,500 ft / 457 m.
What time zone is Torrey Pines Gliderport in?
Torrey Pines Gliderport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Torrey Pines Gliderport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Torrey Pines Gliderport is approximately 10.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Torrey Pines Gliderport?
The nearest airport to Torrey Pines Gliderport is Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (NKX), about 5.4 nm to the ese, followed by Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport and Black Mountain Open Space Gliderport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Torrey Pines Gliderport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.