Our California Pacific Coast Highway 1 can't be described by words or pictures. You must see, feel and breathe deeply in order to truly grasp the concept of the dramatic Pacific Coastline. Point Lobos State Reserve is no different. Some say that this is the best spectacle of the meeting of land and sea. Point Lobos State Reserve is just about 3 miles past Carmel and just south of Monestary beach (also know as mortuary beach to the locals because the surf is relentless here.) This is a great area to bring the grandparents or let the kids get some hands on experience with earths greatest treasure.Point Lobos Hiking Map Online
Whalers Cove and Cabin
Point Lobos has no camping at the reserve but it is plentiful elsewhere up and down the coast. The coastal bluff trails at the reserve are spectacular and teaming with life. I have been up and down the California coastline many times and I feel that Point Lobos is definately on my top ten list for best coastal experience. Whalers Cove is amazing and a natural seaport for fisherman past. Beginning divers find peace from the relentless waves as well as every other coastline species along the Point Lobos Reserve at Whalers Cove. Over 250 different animal and bird species as well as over 300 different plant species call the reserve home. The rules add up here so be sure to pick up brochures and read up.
THE BAD: The Pacific Coast Highway 1 is a beautiful drive, however many dangers hide within the beautiful vistas and white sandy beaches. You want to keep your distance with other cars as much as possible because people tend to get caught in the glory of the scenery and forget even for a second that they are driving and could cause some serious injury. Speeds are posted up to 55mph through this area and a lot of highway 1. Also be aware of the sharp turns that sneak up on you and if you aren't paying 100% attention you could fall victim to the steep cliffs. Also keep safe if you happen upon Carmel River Beach just north of the reserve. It is a powerful and luring presence has taken several lives. Locals know it as mortuary beach, the surf is relentless here. Read all signs at this beach! Here is a pic of Carmel River Beach.
This is looking north from Point Lobos to Carmel River State Beach.
Point Lobos State Reserve Website
Point Lobos Scuba Diving
Camping near Point Lobos State Reserve and the Monterey Bay
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