Activities

A 90-mile-long stretch of coastline found at the heart of Central California, Big Sur boasts its beautiful redwood and fog-trimmed waterfront. Various spots such as the Bixby Bridge and other spots littered along Highway 1 can give you a chance to observe the California condors, known as North America's largest birds. This area is also home to numerous state parks perfect for hiking, camping, and beachcombing.

Pfeiffer Beach is located in the heart of Big Sur and is one of the favorite beachs in all of Big Sur. Pfeiffer Beach is a Day Use Area, no overnight camping. Hours 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM 7 days a week. $10.00 entrance fee.

Bixby Creek Bridge, also known as Bixby Canyon Bridge, on the Big Sur coast of California, is one of the most photographed bridges in California due to its aesthetic design, "graceful architecture and magnificent setting". It is a reinforced concrete open-spandrel arch bridge.

McWay Falls is an 80-foot-tall waterfall on the coast of Big Sur in central California that flows year-round from McWay Creek in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, about 37 miles south of Carmel, into the Pacific Ocean.

This family-owned ranch features a vineyard and winery that offers the perfect backdrop to enjoy their very own wine that is grown and produced on-site. They also offer educational tours about their wine-making process.

With a wide selection of wines to choose from, Bernardus Winery enhances the wine tasting experience with its serene and intimate setting. Wander through the vineyards while learning more about the winemaking process.

Gorgeous and iconic beach that is well worth a morning walk with some coffee!

This waterfront street offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and nightlife. Enjoy an afternoon at the world-famous Monterey Bay aquarium or simply take a stroll to see the historic sites captured in Steinbeck's writing. Be sure to grab some fresh seafood while overlooking the bay! You can often spot whales and sea otters at play.

Discover incredible marine life without leaving dry land at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Dedicated to marine research and conservation, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is known throughout the world for its interactive exhibits and ability to present marine life on a truly grand scale.

Follow 17-Mile Drive’s red-dotted line to arrive at an enchanting world full of dramatic coastal cliffs, snow-white beaches, mystical forests and iconic golf courses. Meet the inspiring Lone Cypress, ponder the giant trees at Crocker Grove, digest the beauty at Fanshell Beach, behold the power of the Restless Sea at Point Joe, stroll the boardwalk above the beach at Spanish Bay, and more. Admission to 17-Mile Drive is $10.25 per vehicle, cash only.