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Point LobosvsJulia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Both are praised by professional reviewers. On balance, Point Lobos scores slightly higher than Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. Point Lobos comes in at 85 with accolades from 7 reviews like Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.
Point Lobos
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine Afar Magazine Afar Magazine Michelin Guide
Route 1, Box 62, Carmel, CA 93923
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Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This small but dramatic peninsula defines the southern end of Carmel Bay." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The full perimeter hike is 6 miles, but shorter walks take in wild scenery too, including Bird Island, shady cypress groves, the historical Whaler’s Cabin and the Devil’s Cauldron." Full review
Afar Magazine "I've been all over the California coast and Point Lobos is my favorite place to hike." Full review
Afar Magazine "If you're taking a trip down the Pacific Coast Highway, make sure to stop at Point Lobos just outside of Carmel." Full review
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If you're taking a trip down the Pacific Coast Highway, make sure to stop at Point Lobos just outside of Carmel.
Afar Magazine "This state natural reserve is a perfect highlight of Northern California's coast." Full review
Afar Magazine "A beautiful day on the Central Coast along Hwy 1 - seemed like a beautiful omen for the new year." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"By the coastal road, Point Lobos peninsula is named after the resident sealions, whose barking reminded the Spanish explorers of the howling of wolves (lobos)." Full review
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Lonely Planet Afar Magazine Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure
State Route 1, Milepost 37 south (52.7 north), Big Sur, CA 93920
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Fodor's "The park provides fine hiking, from an easy ½-mile stroll with marvelous coastal views to a strenuous 6-mile trek through redwoods." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Deep within Los Padres National Forest, Pfeiffer Beach is a surreal mix of purple sand, giant redwoods, sycamores, and oaks." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"If you're chasing waterfalls, swing into this state park named for a Big Sur pioneer." Full review
Afar Magazine "We parked on the side of the highway in Big Sur and took a short hike to the overview in Julia Pfeiffer Park. Waterfalls, alcoves and ocean, oh my!" Full review
Afar Magazine "The water's color is an unreal sea blue/green that I have never seen before. The best part- the hike and view is free. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "Similarly named Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park is another beautiful site with plenty of tall trees and a famous 80-foot waterfall that flows directly into the Pacific Ocean below"
Big Sur Travel Guide
March 10, 2022
