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Pfeiffer Beach

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Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is a state park in Monterey County, California, near the area of Big Sur on the state's Central Coast. It covers … See more

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Sep 2, 2024
First thing first - the beach is not purple at all. It has some hints of purple at several places but mostly it is just a regular sandy color. However, it is extremely beautiful! It is an unforgettab… Full review by 649001
Aug 23, 2024
There are no signs on Highway 1 to signal the turn off to get to Pfeiffer Beach. We got directions from our waiter at Nepenthe (amazing restaurant down the road from the beach). My friends and I visi… Full review by Dawn G
Aug 4, 2024
The negative reviews on here are pretty spot on. After being turned away initially by the guy at the top of the track (not soon enough however to have saved us coming off the main road) due to there … Full review by Steve190745
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Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is a state park in Monterey County, California near the town of Big Sur on the state's Central Coast. It cover…
touristlink.com
Pfeiffer Beach in the heart of Big Sur is one of the region's most popular beaches, drawing tourists, locals, photographers, and many a Hi…
outdoorproject.com
Visit a popular beach in Big Sur with amazing rock formations. It's part of a state park, which is nicknamed "mini Yosemite". Swimming here i…
sygic.com
Pfeiffer Beach is a remote and pristine beach nestled along California's Big Sur coastline. Best known for its surreal rock formations an…
cityseeker.com
Pfeiffer Beach located in Big Sur may truly be one of the most awesome beaches in California...if you can find it. I lived within 40 …
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What time does parking fill up on summer weekends?
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I don’t know. We were there in April. I suspect earlier is best. There are three different parking lots, so maybe 50 or so slots. But getting there is such a commitment you should go early.
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Are dogs allowed on this beach in the day area?
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Yes! We saw many peppers there! You just need to be careful because on some of the rocks are sea urchins,that can possibly harm your pet's paws and yourself for that matter!
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What beach is the key hole located on described as being best at sunset?
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Yes, its Pfeiffer beach which is accessed off route 1 via Sycamore Canyon Road. This is private and you have to pay to go on the road. Its narrow and winding and over 2 miles to …
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Yes, its Pfeiffer beach which is accessed off route 1 via Sycamore Canyon Road. This is private and you have to pay to go on the road. Its narrow and winding and over 2 miles to the beach where you can park. Its a great beach and there are rock arches which I imagine you could see the sunset through though I've not been there in the evening. As suggested check opening times.
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Can we make a reservation for parking? I have heard on many occasions people could not visit the beach for lack of parking.
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No.pick a non peak time to visit and I think you’ll be okay.In January we had plenty of parking spots.
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