Beaches in Big Sur, California

The short, sandy trail to the beach is the threshold into a surreal canvas of white sand against a backdrop of wave-sculpted rock arches. This beachs isolated beauty and firmly packed sand combine ... More on Trails

This is a very good beach - worth going to - but not the best beach ever. More on Trails

Three miles up Highway 1 from Willow Creek is the beguiling Sand Dollar Beach, a glistening crescent of pur... More on Surfline.com

beautiful, majestic beach. A must-visit if you are in the area! More on TripAdvisor

Willow Creek Vista Point is located on the west side of Highway 1 just south of the bridge over Willow Creek. From the north end of the vista point, a road leads down to the creek and beach. This f... More on Jrabold.net

The most dramatic stretch of coastline begins in Monterey County and ends 90 miles south in San Luis Obispo County at the Hearst Castle. Volcanic peaks rise from the surf and towering redwoods meet... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

The most dramatic stretch of coastline begins in Monterey County and ends 90 miles south in San Luis Obispo County at the Hearst Castle. Volcanic peaks rise from the surf and towering redwoods meet... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

Kirk Creek Campground sits on the bluffs overlooking the ocean with magnificent views north to Lopez Point. The trail to the beach crosses the grassy marine terrace to dramatic eroded cliffs ... More on Trails

Jade Cove provides outstanding opportubities for rock-hounding and diving for jade. The beach is a designated hang-glider ... More on Bigsurcalifornia.org

The most dramatic stretch of coastline begins in Monterey County and ends 90 miles south in San Luis Obispo County at the Hearst Castle. Volcanic peaks rise from the surf and towering redwoods meet... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

Partington Cove holds a special piece of Big Sur history. Much of the tan bark and lumber was shipped out of this cove. There is a tunnel that goes through the ridgeline that opens into a beautifu... More on Bigsurcalifornia.org

The most dramatic stretch of coastline begins in Monterey County and ends 90 miles south in San Luis Obispo County at the Hearst Castle. Volcanic peaks rise from the surf and towering redwoods meet... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

The most dramatic stretch of coastline begins in Monterey County and ends 90 miles south in San Luis Obispo County at the Hearst Castle. Volcanic peaks rise from the surf and towering redwoods meet... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

The bad: Intermittently overgrown with shoulder-high brush for the first More on Trails

33 sites. Features breathtaking views of the Big Sur Coast, beautiful redwoods, and the cultural history of limekilns. ... More on AAA.com

Limekiln State Park contains 716-acres. The park features breathtaking views of the Big Sur Coast. The park features the beauty of the redwoods, the rugged coast and the cultural history of limekil... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

17-Mile Drive follows a stretch of gorgeous California coastline and winds itself through wind-swept cypress groves and past rocky lookouts. Plan to stop and stretch your legs at least a few times...

17-Mile Drive. One of the most scenic stretches of road in the world. Discover Nature’s treasures as you explore the serene majesty of Del Monte Forest. Here you’ll quickly experience t... More on Visitcalifornia.com