Paicines, California
Explore the great outdoors in and near Paicines, California! With awe-inspiring views and picturesque landscapes, you’ll find something that will capture your heart. Take a hike, explore a mountain bike trail, or find your own tranquil spot for a picnic - the options are endless! Visit Pinnacles National Park for some of the best trails in the area, or take a drive to the San Benito Mountain Range for stunning views and a variety of outdoor adventures. Don’t miss the nearby San Lorenzo Park for a must-visit picnic spot. With so many possibilities, it’s sure to be a treasure trove of outdoor fun!
Top Spots in and near Paicines
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Big Sur, California
Molera Beach via Creamery Meadow Trail
2.31 mi / 82 ft gainEntrance to the parking lot is a day-use fee per car, and once you get in be sure to use the restroom before you head for the trail, since you will likely spend a good amount of time out there. Look for the sign that says Creamery Meadow Trail. You'll know it's right when the very first thing yo...Read more -
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
Cypress Grove Trail
5.00.79 mi / 36 ft gainCypress Grove Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.Read more -
Monterey, California
Bixby Bridge
4.7You can't miss this bridge if you are driving north on highway one. The best time for capturing sunsets behind the bridge is December. The positioning of the sun will better coincide with the location of the bridge.There are four main angles to capture the bridge: The first two are up close on ...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Camp at Andrew Molera State Park
4.51 miAndrew Molera is about 27 miles south of Carmel and one of the first State Parks you'll hit heading down the coast. There will be signs for the Park as you approach and the main parking lot is only a couple hundred yards from Hwy 1. There are a number of hiking trails and activities to do around ...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Pfeiffer Beach
4.00.81 mi / 75 ft gainPfeiffer Beach located in Big Sur may truly be one of the most awesome beaches in California...if you can find it. I lived within 40 miles of this beach for over 20 years and just discovered it recently. This beach is located on an unmarked road called Sycamore Canyon Road. On Highway 1, this roa...Read more -
Del Monte Forest, California
Explore Highway 1 from Carmel to Big Sur
4.6Being from the Central Coast, every time I visit the area I like to do the same trip - Simply because it is amazing. The trip starts along 17 mile drive located in Carmel. From the road, you see the Central Coast icon, the Lone Cypress. Being one of the most photographed trees in North America, i...Read more -
Big Sur, California
3 Branches of the Limekiln
4.01.98 mi / 696 ft gainThe Limekiln Trails offer up a moderate hike with defined trails, creek crossings, and limited elevation. From the parking area, head east under the canopy of redwoods until you get to the bridge, where there’s a kiosk marking the trail. The three branches are ~0.5 miles each, making it easy to ...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Camping at Limekiln State Park
4.3This campsite is split into two sections and is located directly below a bridge along Route 1 the Pacific Coast Highway. Be cautious turning into the park as the incline and turn are quite serious.Below the bridge are campsites located both along the tree line and tiered up along the hill. Under ...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Goat Camp via Twitchwell Flat Use Trail
5.09.2 mi / 3852 ft gainTo find this trailhead, head down Highway 1 towards Limekiln State Park Campground. Between Lucia and Limekiln, there should be a shoulder off the side of the road to park overnight. Cross the street to the trailhead of Twitchwell Flat Use Trail. Bear in mind that there is abundant poison oak alo...Read more -
Morgan Hill, CaliforniaUvas Canyon Waterfall Loop
4.01.48 mi / 463 ft gainUvas Canyon offers up to 6-miles of hiking trails, which includes a 1.5 mile loop, which runs along Swanson Creek and passes many of the park's waterfalls. To take short loop, head North out of the parking lot to the Swanson Creek Trail. Once you find Swanson Creek Trail, you'll be on the Waterfa...Read more
