Even short trails can be worthwhile excursions, and the path to McWay Falls is one of the prime examples of must-do trips along Highway 1. The trail is located in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park and provides both southern and northern coastal views, making it a unique and exciting trail to explore. The majestic 80-foot …

Hike Facts: • Length: 4.5 miles• Type: Loop• Difficulty: Easy to hard• Path: Good to tricky• Elev. Gain: 1,600 feet• Parking Fee: Yes• Restrooms: Yes Introduction The wonderful thing about the Ewoldsen trail is that it offers a highly scenic sampling of what you find with most Big Sur trails east of Highway 1. You’ve …