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Big Sur

4.2
Beaches Bridges State Parks

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. When using our United States day trip planning tool, you're building your holiday based on your own interests, visitor reviews, and the informed opinions of our well-traveled writers.
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Popular things to do in Big Sur

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Bixby Bridge
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
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Pfeiffer State Beach
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
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McWay Falls
4.5
Duration: 30 minutes

Side trips from Big Sur

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Pinnacles National Park
Paicines
4.5
Duration: 8 hours
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Garland Ranch Regional Park
Carmel Valley
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
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Joullian Vineyards & Winery
Carmel Valley
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Monterey County
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Big Sur

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Limekiln State Park
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Point Sur State Historic Park
4.6
Duration: 4 hours
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Partington Cove
4.9
Duration: 1 hour
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Andrew Molera State Park
4.2
Duration: 2 hours

Trails in Big Sur

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

Nature in Big Sur

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

Historic Sites in Big Sur

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New Camaldoli Hermitage
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
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