Since the late 1800s, Lovers Point Park and Beach have been a popular spot for lounging, walking, kayaking, swimming, and, over recent decades, surfing. Lovers Point Park has, above all, become Pacific Grove's best-loved spot for picnics, plein air painting and scenic photography. Due to its unique east-facing location, it is also one of the few spots on the West Coast where you can watch the sunrise over the water. Locals can always be found hanging out on the grass at Pacific Grove's well-groomed 4.4-acre Lovers Point Park. Many visitors climb the rocks at the point for which it is named to get a spectacular view of Monterey Bay. Sea otters can sometimes be spotted feeding or floating in the waters. Free parking is available, including two small lots at Lovers Point and on-street parking along Ocean View Boulevard. As you drive away from Lovers Point and towards Asilomar State Beach, you'll find more on-street parking. Forgot to pack your picnic? You can get food at the on-site Snack Shack snack bar, or sit down at The Beach House Restaurant + Bar @ Lovers Point.