Fodor's Southern California 2015 by Fodor's

Fodor's Southern California 2015 by Fodor's

Author:Fodor's
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Fodor's Travel Publications
Published: 2014-11-02T16:00:00+00:00


Getting Here and Around

From the north, follow Highway 1 south from Carmel. From the south, continue the drive north from Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park on Highway 1. Monterey-Salinas Transit operates the Line 22 Big Sur bus from Monterey and Carmel to Central Big Sur (the last top is Nepenthe), daily from late May to early September and weekends only the rest of the year.

Bus Contact

Monterey-Salinas Transit. | 888/678–2871 | www.mst.org.

Exploring

Bixby Creek Bridge.

The graceful arc of Bixby Creek Bridge is a photographer’s dream. Built in 1932, the bridge spans a deep canyon, more than 100 feet wide at the bottom. From the north-side parking area you can admire the view or walk the 550-foot structure. | Hwy. 1, 6 miles north of Point Sur State Historic Park, 13 miles south of Carmel.

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park.

Among the many hiking trails at Pfeiffer Big Sur, a short route through a redwood-filled valley leads to a waterfall. You can double back or continue on the more difficult trail along the valley wall for views over miles of treetops to the sea. | 47225 Hwy. 1 | 831/667–2315 | www.parks.ca.gov | $10 per vehicle | Daily sunrise–sunset.

Point Sur State Historic Park.

An 1889 lighthouse still stands watch from atop a large volcanic rock at this state park. Four lighthouse keepers lived here with their families until 1974, when the light station became automated. Their homes and working spaces are open to the public only on 2½- to 3-hour ranger-led tours. Considerable walking, including up two stairways, is involved. Strollers are not allowed. | Hwy. 1, 7 miles north of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park | 831/625–4419 | www.pointsur.org | $12 | Tours generally Nov.–Mar., weekends at 10, Wed. at 1; Apr.–Oct., Sat. and Wed. at 10 and 2, Sun. at 10; call to confirm.



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