Big Sur Central Coast California

Big Sur is located between Carmel and San Simeon. The entire Big Sur coastline is within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Highway 101 hugs the coast as it winds along this rugged section of California. Camping, Hiking and sightseeing are just a few of the activities you can enjoy while visiting this scenic area of California. Lodging and camping accommodations are limited so it is wise to make reservations if you plan to stay overnight. Big Sur also is a great day trip drive along coast highway. Some of the points of interest are Point Sur Light station State Historic Park, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Bixby Creek Bridge and Andrew Molera State Park. The route along 1 is one of most scenic drives in the United States. Every visitor to California should take the trip at least once and experience this wonderful area of the Golden State.

McWay Cove and falls

Highway 101 runs along the coast

Rugged Big Sur Beach

Besides sightseeing from the highway, Big Sur offers hiking, mountain climbing, and other outdoor activities. There are a few small, scenic beaches that are popular for walking, but usually unsuitable for swimming because of unpredictable currents and frigid temperatures. Big Sur's nine state parks Coastal temperatures vary little during the year, ranging from the 50s at night to the 70s by day. map