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18 Things To Do In Big Sur That You Can’t Miss

As you can tell Big Sur is at the top of my list of favorite places in California. Driving along the winding Highway 1 through Big Sur is a must if you want a glimpse of California’s beauty. Sure, you could just drive the 90 miles without stopping and it would still be amazing, but …

Where To Stay In Big Sur? (10 Best Hotels)

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I highly recommend staying in the Big Sur area. My Top Picks For Best Hotels In Big Sur 10 Best Places To Stay In Big Sur 1. Alila Ventana Price: $$$$ Close to: Pfeiffer State Park, Pfeiffer Falls Trail, Nepenthe and other restaurants. Alila Ventana is a luxury all-inclusive adults only resort in Big Sur. It’s …

Does It Snow In Big Sur?

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It rarely snows in Big Sur. On average Big Sur gets about three inches of snow a year, but that’s mostly up in the mountains. If you really want to catch snow here, aim for November through March. That’s your window. What Is Big Sur Like In Winter? Winter in Big Sur is pretty chill. …

Big Sur Vacation Packages To Consider In 2024

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If you are planning a trip to Big Sur and flying there is part of the plan, I’ve got a tip for you – check out Expedia vacation packages. You can grab your flight, accommodation, and car rental in one go. And it can be much cheaper than booking it separately. Expedia has great vacation …

I Stayed At Ventana Campground In Big Sur

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Jenn from sickgirltravels.com shared her story about her stay at Ventana Campground. Ventana Campground is part of the stunning Ventana Big Sur Hotel and campgrounds. One of two 5-star resorts in Big Sur, Ventana offers a wide variety of accommodations from camping and glamping, to posh hotel rooms. Ventana is one of the few accessible accommodations …

Is Big Sur Open?

The road to Big Sur is partially open. Two miles of Highway 1 between Lucia and Limekiln State Park remain closed due to repairs at Paul’s Slide. However, the segment of Highway 1 on the Big Sur coast from Cambria to Limekiln and from Monterey to Lucia remains open. So you can still access Big …

Kayaking In Big Sur (Where To Rent & Launch A Kayak)

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The closest places to rent kayaks around Big Sur are in Monterey and they are: Monterey Bay Kayaks also have a location in Moss Landing. Another spot in Moss Lading is Kayak Connection. You can rent a kayak in one of these places above and launch it around Big Sur. Renting a kayak is around …

7 Closest Airports To Big Sur

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Looking for options where to fly in for Big Sur? Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) is the closes airport to Big Sur. Here’s the list of 7 closes airports to Big Sur: Airport Name Distance to Big Sur Drive Time to Big Sur Comments 1. Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) ~30 miles north ~1 hour Nearest airport …

What Is Big Sur? (Is It A National Park?)

Big Sur is a region on the Central Coast of California that stretches approximately 90 miles along California’s famous Highway 1. What Is Big Sur Known For? Big Sur is famous for its rugged coastline, panoramic beaches, towering redwoods, and misty air that just adds to the magic. It is known for its hiking trails, …