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Partington Cove, Big Sur

4.9

#3 of 9 in Outdoors in Big Sur

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Offering pristine views of the ocean, Partington Cove is a raw, unspoiled rocky beach at the end of a steep hiking trail that cuts through a tree-lined canyon, crosses a wooden bridge, and goes through an 18 m (60 ft) tunnel. The entrance to the downhill dirt path can be easily missed, so study the directions carefully before you go. If you wish to have the immaculate cove just for yourself, go early in the morning. Make Partington Cove part of your personalized Big Sur itinerary using our Big Sur planner.

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Partington Cove Reviews

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4.9

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5.0

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• By Skeptika

  Map this out BEFORE you drive 1 as cell reception is very bad on rte 1. The trail is wide and level so it's a quick trip down. make sure you take both paths once you are in the trees; the L trail is....  more »

• By abishop61

  The views of the coves on both sides are magical and are a must see. You can not see these treasures from the road so get out! While hiking you must check out both sides. After the warning sign...  more »

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• By Doug Rosson

  Awesome place to stop and check out. The walk down wasn't bad but coming back up it got a little warm. It was a nice sunny day so that was expected. Once you get down to the bottom there is a great view and if your a little more adventurous you can go down the rocks and see some cool muscles and sea plants. I would highly recommend stoping and spending a little time here. Don't let the hill scare you off. It's really not that bad.

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• By Leslie Cooper

  We enjoyed this hike tremendously! We spent some time at each Partington Point and Cove. No one ever came to the Point. It was neat to have it all to ourselves! I don’t think this is a well know spot but the trails are very defined. The views are breathtaking and the old tunnel added to the experience.

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