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Voted in the top 10 walks, this coastal state park has history and the rugged Big Sur vistas. The tide pools are accessible and otters are often seen.
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Point Lobos
Year Round Walk
SN: 114913 - 2020 / Y0445
The event is closed
From Wed, Jan 1st, 2020 to Dec 31st, 2020
Start box available: M-Sat: 8am-10pm; Sun: 10am-10pm
Carmel, California
The address/location to the Physical Start Box (PSB) for mapping services such as Google or Siri is as follows:
Lopez Taqueria, Monterey
WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.
| Special programs None provided CC: Monterey |
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Event comments
The Whaler's Cabin in Whaler's Cove includes information on the whaling industry, local history and movies produced in the Reserve. Docents are also knowledgeable about flora, fauna and scuba diving.
Rating: 2C, Distance: 5, 10km
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Restrooms: Yes |
Pets: No |
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Strollers: No |
Wheelchairs: No |
Event information
The trail includes roots, dirt paths and rocks. But if you can navigate a challenging trail, this one has been rated in the top 10 AVA events in the United States! The 10k trail goes around the perimeter of Point Lobos with breathtaking vistas of the Big Sur coastline, rocky seaside and Carmel Bay. The 5k highlights Coal Chute and Whaler's Cove. You may be lucky enough to see otters frolicking in the surf or gray whales spouting on their trip along the coast. There are also non-aquatic wildlife in the reserve.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Driving to the start box
500 Del Monte, Monterey, CA 93940-2405. For directions, see Carmel - Mission. Open M-Sat: 8am-10pm; Sun 10am-10pm. After registering, drive approx 3 miles S on Hwy 1 to Point Lobos State Reserve for walk. There is a charge to park in the reserve or you may park for free on Hwy 1 and walk in. Donations accepted.
Maps phrase and directions link
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Lopez Taqueria, Monterey |
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This event has a remote start.
8 miles via Hwy 1 south
South Bay Striders (AVA-0338)
Event website: www.SBStriders.org
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