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Big Sur

4.5
Beaches Nature Spas

Big Country of the South

A sparsely populated area with stunning views, Big Sur attracts artists and tourists traveling California’s scenic Highway 1. The isolated "ranchos" and eccentric vacation homes in the area draw creative types and writers seeking refuge. Henry Miller, Jack Kerouac, and Hunter S. Thompson all lived in the area for a time and helped infuse it with a mysterious and creative vibe. Big Sur is in California (CA). Plan your trip to Big Sur and other United States destinations using our handy United States attractions planner.
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Popular things to do in Big Sur

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Bixby Bridge
4.6
Duration: 2​h
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Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
4.5
Duration: 2​h
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Pfeiffer State Beach
4.6
Duration: 1​h
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McWay Falls
4.5
Duration: 30​min

Side trips from Big Sur

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Hearst Castle
San Simeon
4.4
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Pinnacles National Park
Paicines
4.5
Duration: 8​h
China Cove and Gibson Beach
Carmel
4.9
Duration: 2​h
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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Monterey County
4.9
Duration: 2​h

Hidden gems in Big Sur

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Limekiln State Park
4.7
Duration: 2​h
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Point Sur State Historic Park
4.6
Duration: 4​h
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Partington Cove
4.9
Duration: 1​h
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Andrew Molera State Park
4.2
Duration: 2​h

Trails in Big Sur

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Salmon Creek Falls Trail
4.4
Duration: 2​h
Ewoldsen Trail
4.5
Duration: 2​h
Pacific Valley Bluff Trail
4.4
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Nature in Big Sur

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Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
4.3
Duration: 2​h
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Partington Point
3.8
Duration: 2​h

Historic Sites in Big Sur

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New Camaldoli Hermitage
4.8
Duration: 2​h
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