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Big Sur Coast
The Big Sur coastline is one of California's highlights that makes the front cover of international guidebooks. Jagged cliffs jut out of the Pacific as the land rises to soaring heights. The 90 mile drive along the entire length of this Central Coast jewel is one you'll never forget. |
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Piedras Blancas
Elephant seals are one of California's most unique creatures. Just north of Hearst Castle, the Piedras Blancas rookery is a vital breeding ground for these gigantic animals. Which of the seals we see on our visit -- bulls, immature males, cows, or pups -- will depend on the time of year.
Piedras Blancas Elephant
Seal Calendar |
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Cambria
Cambria is a charming seaside village, located just south of Hearst Castle. This is a great place to finish the day with a fine meal overlooking the Pacific. |
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Hearst Castle
Tours are $20 to $30 for adults, depending on the time
of year and the tour. More...
A monument to opulence built by Newspaper magnate, William
Randolph Hearst, the castle stands watch over the San
Simeon coastline, atop thousands of acres of Hearst's
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Add Lunch or Dinner at Nepenthe Big Sur
Cost of meal not included in the price of the tour.
Perched high above the ocean in the heart of Big Sur,
Nepenthe's commanding views of the Pacific and the rocky
coastline below are a perfect accompaniment to a day on
the Central Coast. |
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Add a Morro Bay Sea Kayaking Tour
3 hour tours are $55 per person.
Sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions and a variety of other
wildlife can be enjoyed up close by kayak in Morro Bay. |
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Add Visit to
Montaña de Oro State Park
$10 per person
Located a bit further down the coast from Cambria. This
park features rugged cliffs, secluded sandy beaches, coastal
plains, streams, canyons, and hills, including 1,347-foot
Valencia Peak. Naturalists and backpackers enjoy the solitude
and freedom found along the park's trails. There are also
mountain biking and equestrian trails. The best-known
beach is Spooner's Cove, across from the campground. The
park's name, "Mountain of Gold," comes from the golden
wildflowers that bloom in spring. Wildlife in the park
includes black tailed deer and the black oystercatcher.
The park includes primitive and equestrian campsites.
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