Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

#1 most popular of 8 things to do in Big Sur

mountainlake writes, "Towering redwoods alongside a rushing stream--this is California. When I visited…" »

smmmarti guide writes, "This phrase from Henry Miller’s Tropic of Cancer applies to something other…" »

Elephant Seals at Piedras Blancas

#2 most popular of 8 things to do in Big Sur

mobius_8 writes, "A quick drive along the coast from Hearst Castle is the home of one of California's largest populations of elephant seals. There are around 7,500 here and it is a year round home for the…" »

Pfeiffer Beach

#3 most popular of 8 things to do in Big Sur

jimransier writes, "Pfeiffer Beach, the best place to watch the sunset in Big Sur, is one of the few beaches in all of Big Sur that has road access. Yet the road to this beautiful fine-sand beach remains…" »

Pfeiffer State Park Big Sur Lodge

#4 most popular of 8 things to do in Big Sur

Judy A writes, "Gigantic coastal redwoods, some up to 27-feet around, make this a shady, restful place. There's nothing like a redwood forest to put yourself in size perspective. The park is really awesome!…" »

Molera Horseback Tours

#5 most popular of 8 things to do in Big Sur

Judy A writes, "Ever dream of riding horseback on the beach? Here's your chance! Molera Trail Rides outfits you for a ride at Andrew Molera State Park, a 2,154-acre scenic natural preserve. The park is really…" »

Hearst Castle

#6 most popular of 8 things to do in Big Sur

smmmarti guide writes, "Passion and good judgment are horrible bedfellows. Just after we’d risen…" »

mobius_8 writes, "Hearst Castle is the magnificent fantasy palace of William Randolph Hearst, the early…" »

Henry Miller Library

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Big Sur (General)

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