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North Shore Trail. Between Whalers Cove and Sea Lion Point parking area; 1.4 miles. A challenging walk through pine forest with open views of coves below. Recommended only for strong walkers. Much of this trail requires walking over rocky ground, tree roots, or stairs.
- South Shore Trail
Point Lobos Magazine; Visitor Info. What is a Reserve?...
- Whalers Cabin
This continuously busy area was the site of a whaling...
- Sand Hill Trail
Sand Hill Trail forms, along with a section of the Sea Lion...
- Moss Cove Trail
Reached via a descent of several steps from the Granite...
- South Shore Trail
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Moderate • 4.8 (7978) Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Photos (20,918) Directions. Print/PDF map. Share. More. Length 6.4 miElevation gain 679 ftRoute type Loop. Get to know this 6.4-mile loop trail near Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.
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- Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States
May 20, 2022 · The diversity of landscapes—from sandstone slots to hidden beaches to thick forests—is nearly unparalleled, even for the spectacular Big Sur coast. A 4.6-mile loop walk around Point Lobos State Natural Reserve offers a flavor of this diversity, jam-packed with ocean vistas and opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Which is the best trail in Point Lobos? There are 16 official hiking trails in Point Lobos State Reserve, and I hiked along all of them. And from the perspective of landscape and seascape photography, I consider the Bird Island and Cypress Grove trails are the best and most spectacular hikes.
Carmelo Meadow Trail. South Shore Trail. Lace Lichen Trail. Trails from Information Station. Cypress Grove Trail. North Shore Tail. Sea Lion Point/ Sand Hill Trail. South Shore Trail. Trails from Bird Island. Bird Island Trail. Gibson Beach. South Shore Trail. South Plateau Trail . Trails from Whalers Cove. Granite Point Trail. North Shore ...
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