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McWay Falls is an 80-foot-tall (24 m) waterfall on the coast of Big Sur in central California that flows year-round from McWay Creek in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, about 37 miles (60 km) south of Carmel, into the Pacific Ocean. During high tide, it is a tidefall, a waterfall that empties directly
The majestic 80-foot McWay Waterfall, which cascades onto a pristine beach below, is arguably. the single most popular image of Big Sur. It is also one of only eight waterfalls in the United. States that flow directly into the ocean. Be sure to check out these beginner hiking tips before enjoying this amazing trail.
The waterfall is stunning, dropping some 80 feet onto a pristine beach in an enchanting cove. It is a short 0.6-mile round trip hike to a viewpoint for McWay Falls, which can be reached directly from Highway One or from parking areas withing Julia Pfieffer Burns State Park. McWay Falls Overlook Trail can be accessed two different ways.
May 7, 2024 · Nestled between Monterey, Northern California, and San Simeon, Central California, McWay Falls is one of the prime destinations along the scenic, 90-mile Big Sur. Protected by a giant cliff, the waterfall sits in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, roughly 12 miles south of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park.
Dec 27, 2023 · Along the rugged coastline of California’s iconic Big Sur region lies McWay Falls, a stunning waterfall cascading onto a pristine beach that has long been a magnet for anyone traveling on Highway 1. This spot is busy but worth it! But before you head out to McWay Falls, here are some things to know.
McWay Falls is an 80ft year-round waterfall dropping onto a beach on the Big Sur Coast. It's one of the best spots to witness the ocean meeting the sky.
McWay Falls is created by water that flows from McWay Creek directly into the ocean (or the sand, depending on the tide levels). It’s one of only a few waterfalls in California that do this, so it’s pretty special. See all of the waterfalls at California beaches!
