Meet Big Sur
Meet Big Sur

WELCOME TO Big Sur, CA

Where the Santa Lucia Mountains tumble into the Pacific, Big Sur invites you to slow down and breathe deeply. Cruise the iconic Highway 1 past sheer cliffs and hidden coves, hike among ancient redwoods and discover tucked-away galleries or rustic retreats that feel a world apart. Here, nature’s grandeur and the community’s artistic soul combine to create an untamed path all your own.

EXPLORE Big Sur, CA

From Garrapata State Park in the north to Ragged Point in the south, Big Sur unfolds like a living map of California icons. Follow Highway 1 to discover trailheads, beaches and overlooks tucked between mountains and sea.

PLACES TO STAY IN Big Sur

From the cliff-side ocean view luxury of Post Ranch Inn to the storybook charm of Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn and riverside serenity at Big Sur Lodge, lodging here blends seamlessly with the landscape. Whether you're after an indulgent spa and wellness retreat at Alila Ventana Big Sur, a cozy redwoods cabin or an oceanside campsite, Big Sur’s stays make the scenery part of your room.

Amenities

• 24-Hour Room Service
• A/V Equipment & Production
• ADA Compliant Rooms
• Airport Shuttle
• Aquarium Tickets
• Aromatherapy
• ATM Machine
• Average Entree $= Under $12
• Average Entree $$= $13-21
• Average Entree $$$= $22 and Up
• Banquet Room/Clubhouse
• Bar/Lounge
• Beer & Wine Only
• Bike Trails
• Birding
• Breakfast
• Cabins
• Catering
• Complimentary Breakfast
• Complimentary Continental Breakfast
• Complimentary Full Breakfast
• Complimentary Newspaper
• Concierge Service
• Continental Breakfast Available
• Copy/Print Services
• Credit Cards Accepted
• Customizeable Gifts
• Dining On-Site
• Dinner
• DVD Player
• Entertainment
• Event Decoration
• Exercise/Fitness Facilities
• Facials
• Family-friendly
• Firepits
• Fireplace
• Fitness
• Florists
• Free Internet Access
• Free Local Calls
• Free Parking
• Full Bar
• Gift Baskets
• Gift Certificates
• Gift Shop
• Group Dining
• Group Rates Available
• Hair Dryer
• High-speed Internet
• Highchairs/Booster Seats Available
• Hiking Tours
• Horseback Riding
• Hot Tub
• In-room Coffee Maker
• In-room High-speed Internet
• In-room Jacuzzi
• In-Room Microwave
• In-room Mini Bar
• In-Room Refrigerator
• In-room WiFi Internet
• Internet Access
• Iron/Ironing Board
• Kid's Menu Available
• Kitchenettes
• Laundry On-Site
• Laundry Service
• Live Music
• Lunch
• Massage
• Meeting Space On-site
• Meeting/Event Planning
• Motorcoach Parking on site
• Musicians
• Nature Tour
• Number of ADA-Compliant Rooms
• Ocean View
• Ocean View Rooms
• Open Year Round
• Outdoor Seating
• Packages Available
• Parking
• Pet-friendly
• Photography
• Picnic Area
• Pool
• Private Rooms Available
• Private/Group Events
• Private/Group Tours
• Public Phone
• Rental Cars
• Reservation Cancellation Policy
• Restrooms
• Room Rate: $= Under $100
• Room Rate: $$= $100-250
• Room Rate: $$$= $250-500
• Room Rate: $$$$= $500 and up
• Room Service
• RV Sites (hookups)
• Seasonal
• Self Parking
• Showers
• Spa On-Site
• Speakers
• Special Events
• Special Interest Tours Offered
• Sunday Brunch
• Swimming
• Televisions
• Tent Sites
• TV
• TV/Video Production
• Valet Parking
• Walking Tours
• Watchable Wildlife
• Whale Watching
• Wireless Internet in Public Areas
• Yoga/Meditation

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• Motels
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• Resorts
• Retreat Properties

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Treebones Resort

Treebones Resort offers a unique, full-service lodging and dining experience on California's breathtaking Big Sur coast. We overlook the Pacific Ocean with spectacular panoramic…

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Post Ranch Inn

High atop the cliffs of Big Sur, 1200 feet above the Pacific Ocean, sits Post Ranch Inn, a sanctuary for the soul. Located along…

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Fernwood Resort & Campgrounds

Fernwood Resort is an all purpose facility featuring a 12-unit Motel, Forest and Meadow View Cabins, Redwood Bar & Grill, General Store & Espresso…

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New Camaldoli Hermitage

Does quiet exist? Is it possible to enter a space where one can think without distraction or interruption? Specifically do you long to enter…

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Things to do in Big Sur

In Big Sur, every turn along Highway 1 reveals a new wonder—whether it’s the graceful span of Bixby Creek Bridge, the cascading beauty of McWay Falls, or the violet sands of Pfeiffer Beach. Wander through redwood groves, explore intimate art galleries, savor locally sourced cuisine and unwind in cliffside spas where the Pacific stretches endlessly before you.

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Art Galleries

Beaches & Parks

Recreation

Spas

Best Hikes in Big Sur

Camping in Big Sur

Bixby Bridge

McWay Falls

Best Hikes in Big Sur

Nestled between the rugged Santa Lucia Mountains and the stunning Pacific Ocean, Big Sur offers unmatched scenic beauty best experienced through its extensive trail system. Find the best Big Sur day hikes for many levels and abilities, from easy, accessible paths to challenging backpacking routes.

Big Sur Hikes

Camping in Big Sur

Big Sur campsites range from fully equipped RV sites under the shade of redwoods to rustic hike-in tent sites with spectacular ocean views.

Big Sur Camping

Bixby Bridge

For those planning a Big Sur getaway, Bixby Creek Bridge is more than just a photo op – it's a gateway to some of the region's most iconic experiences, including coastal hiking trails, state parks and hidden beaches.

The Right Path to Bixby Bridge

McWay Falls

This rare tidefall—a waterfall that flows directly into the Pacific Ocean—plunges 80 ft from granite cliffs onto a secluded cove, creating a postcard-perfect scene that draws travelers from around the world. Located right off Highway 1, McWay Falls is a must-see stop on any Big Sur road trip.

The Right Path to McWay Falls

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