Sand Dollar Beach This short hike to Big Sur's longest beach passes two scenic overlooks on the way to the sand. Pacific Valley Bluff Trail This short out and back hike extends from Highway One to an ocean bluff with fantastic views of the Big Sur Coast. Hare Creek Trail, Limekiln Trail, and Falls Trail This out and back hike in Limekiln State Park explores a trio of trails along lovely streams in redwood-lined canyons, reaching Limekiln Falls and historic lime kilns. ![]() McWay Falls This out and back hike looks out on a stunning Big Sur waterfall that pours 80 feet right on to the beach in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. Partington Cove This out and back hike visits a tunnel-accessed cove and a secluded beach in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park along the scenic Big Sur coast.Ĭanyon Falls This out and back hike heads inland up McWay Creek past a picnic area in a redwood grove to a lovely little waterfall in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. Pfeiffer Beach This short walk reaches an absolutely stunning beach that's a classic feature of the Big Sur landscape. Nature Trail - River Path Loop This easy loop explores woodlands along the Big Sur River and a redwood grove that includes the unique and impressive Proboscis Tree.īig Sur River Gorge This off-trail hike ventures up the Big Sur River on a water-wading boulder-hopping adventure to a crystal clear pool that’s a gorgeous Big Sur swimming hole. Pfeiffer Falls and Valley View This out and back trek is like two hikes in one, reaching a waterfall in a canyon of redwoods and a vista point overlooking the Big Sur River Valley. Ridge Trail - Panorama Trail - Bluff Trail Loop This loop in Andrew Molera State Park crosses a coastal ridge, bluff, and beach that are packed with amazing Big Sur views. You can also view hikes around Monterey County on the Hike Finder Map. Each trail links to its own report complete with directions, photos, GPS maps, elevation profiles, and all the other information needed to locate and enjoy these day hikes. These hikes are listed from north to south, but the table may also be sorted alphabetically or by distance to help you pick your next hike. This collection of trails covers Monterey County along the California coast between Big Sur and San Simeon. Check on the status of roads and parks before heading out. As of July 2018, the entire highway has reopened, but delays may occur. ![]() Many of the trails in the Big Sur region are free, so get out of the car and stretch your legs on these fine trails with unforgettable ocean views.Ĭlosure Alert: Winter storms caused major damage and multiple closures along Highway 1 for most of 2017. Los Padres National Forest protects much of the wild coast, but several other state parks are also involved, including Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, home of one of the most spectacular waterfalls on the planet, McWay Falls. I got there about 7:30am.The drive up Highway One is so scenic that many people don’t get out to hike at all, but they should! The region offers numerous great trails. TIP: go early to avoid the crowds, this allows you to enjoy nature, hear the crashing waves and feel the seabreeze. ![]() Because of safety concerns (steep cliffs), beach access is not allowed but, there was a single line of footprints in the sand. I would have stayed longer but the end of trail IS the viewing area and others were arriving and I didn't want to be crowded(pandemic). I would say that a person with a walker or cane could navigate with patience. There is a small stair to access trail, so it is not wheelchair accessible. The trail is more of a packed dirt sidewalk vs a "trail". Pay $10/car at self check in and it is an easy 10min walk to viewing area. Easy mistake because Big Sur park does have a "waterfall" trail. If you are traveling south on Hwy 1 from Monterey/Carmel area, go past Pfeiffer Big Sur about 10-15 minutes to Julia Pfeiffer Burns park. Had tried a month earlier but went to Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park instead of Julie Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
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