Big Sur

Articles

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  Best Backroads near the Central California Coast

  California’s central coast has backroads that few tourists ever get to see. Sure a drive down the Big Sur Coast is about as good as it gets from a pure […]

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  17 Places on the California Coast You Should Visit

  As another year comes to a close, it’s time to start making resolutions… and hopefully, that includes some travel-related goals. If the California coast is on your list this year, […]

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  The Most Unique Beaches of California

  California has beaches of all shapes and sizes. It also has beaches of many colors from the white sand beaches of Carmel to the black sand beaches of Shelter Cove. […]

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  Glamping on the California Coast

  Camping is a lot of fun, but it’s a lot of work. Glamping has many of the benefits of regular camping without the bothersome gear. You’ll pay a little more […]

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  Best Beaches that Tourists Miss in Big Sur

  Many tourists drive Highway 1 along the California Central Coast throughout the year. It’s an incredibly scenic route and the highlight is usually the Big Sur Section in northern San […]

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  Beach Waterfalls in California

  California has several picturesque beach waterfalls and falls near beaches. Waterfalls that flow right onto the sand are a unique phenomenon – only two exist in California. Southern California has […]

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  Famous Bridges of California

  Bixby Bridge – See the photographs below of the famous bridges. California has some of the most iconic bridges around. Today we take most of them for granted as we drive […]

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Maps

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  The Big Sur Coast Must-See Beaches

  Big Sur might be the most beautiful coastline in the entire country. When many people think of the California Coast they have visions of driving down the highway in the Big Sur […]

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  Point Lobos State Natural Reserve Beaches

  Looking for something fun to do while traveling in the Monterey and Carmel area? Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is a worthy place to visit for families, couples or anyone. It’s […]

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Attractions

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  Nacimiento-Fergusson Road

  Nacimiento-Fergusson Road is quite an adventure. It starts at the Big Sur Coast on Highway 1 between Gorda Springs Resort and Lucia Lodge and climbs steeply up to many viewpoints in the […]

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  New Camaldoli Hermitage

  The New Camaldoli Hermitage is open for daily visits to their bookstore from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or to attend their Eucharist (Christian ceremony commemorating the Last Supper). The […]

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  Big Sur Station

  Big Sur Station is a perfect place to start your vacation to the Big Sur area. Big Sur Station is a visitor center for Los Padres National Forest and they […]

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  Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

  Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is right in the heart of Big Sur. It’s a perfect base camp for many days of exploration on the Big Sur Coast. They have […]

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Hotels

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  Ventana Inn Resort & Spa

  Nestled on a hillside overlooking the dramatic Pacific coastline, Ventana Big Sur is a luxurious Big Sur resort offering the ultimate in accommodations for those seeking a romantic getaway, luxurious escape or a relaxing vacation.

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  Big Sur Campground & Cabins

  The family-friendly Big Sur Campgrounds and Cabins offers your choice of tent and RV camping or various options in cabins, all in majestic Big Sur. Found right along the Big […]

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  Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn

  The Big Sur Inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This rustic old lodge hasn’t changed a lot since the 1930s when they began hosting travelers on […]

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