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Jagged cliffs pummeled by surf line the Pacific Coast Highway along Big Sur, creating some of California's most memorable ocean vistas between Carmel and the northern tip of San Luis Obispo County... more » Jagged cliffs pummeled by surf line the Pacific Coast Highway along Big Sur, creating some of California's most memorable ocean vistas between Carmel and the northern tip of San Luis Obispo County. Jack Kerouac and Henry Miller found inspiration in its fog-banked canyons and meadows. Gray whales migrate past twice a year, and elephant seals bask on the sandy shores. Luxury hotels, restaurants and art galleries cluster in a six-mile strip, giving way to redwood-filled state parks on either side. « less
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“A magical location on Big Sur”

Treebones Resort

4 of 5 stars
Ororaluna
Gatineau Qc
Jul 19, 2009

We fell asleep with the sound of sea lions and a breathtaking sunset on the pacific. The yurt experience was quite nice, cosy and very romantic. Downsides were the price for the stay and the food...more

“Yuck!”

Big SUR Roadhouse

1 of 5 stars
Ilovescalifornia
california
Jul 19, 2009

Captive audiences should not be treated like this - but inevitably are. places on the one are crowded this time of year, but that is no excuse for bad service and bad food. worst piece of meat i...more

“Beware of their cancellation policy”

Big Sur Campground & Cabins

1 of 5 stars
mk1515
Monterey
Jul 18, 2009

We booked a cabin for one night for $360. A storm system moved in to where the sheriff of Big Sur put out a warning for mud slides in the area due to the deforestation that took place after a forest...more

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