Monterey County Action & adventure, Attraction, Coastal, Historic buildings, Mountain + People pictures

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Search for wildlife in the abundant rock pools and be at one with nature at this wild and untamed stretch of perfect white sand.

Walk to this pretty waterfall, stand at viewpoints with superb coastal views and spot varied wildlife in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Spot sea life and admire the breathtaking coastal scenery of the Big Sur region from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse.

This wildlife sanctuary, a magnet for nature lovers and artists, is a jewel of the California State Park system. 

Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film. 

Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.

Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film. 

Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast. 

Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast. 

Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film. 

This wildlife sanctuary, a magnet for nature lovers and artists, is a jewel of the California State Park system. 

Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.

This charming oceanfront town is a perfect day-trip for art, food and relaxation. 

Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast. 

Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.

This charming oceanfront town is a perfect day-trip for art, food and relaxation. 

This charming oceanfront town is a perfect day-trip for art, food and relaxation. 

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

This charming oceanfront town is a perfect day-trip for art, food and relaxation. 

Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.

Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.