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Parks
Monterey County offers quite a few excellent parks for the outdoor fun lovers. People who are in the mood to take it easy and relish nature can choose between a number of respected parks in the area. These include Jacks Peak Park, Toro Park and Forest Hills Park. Jacks Peak Park is great for hiking. Toro Park and Forest Hills Park are excellent picnicking and barbecuing destinations respectively. Be sure to take a look at our extensive list of the finest parks in all of Monterey County.
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Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
Carmel River State Beach
Carmelo St Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
Discover Tranquility at Carmel River State Beach
Nestled along the captivating California coastline, Carmel River State Beach is a hidden gem that beckons travelers seeking…
Big Sur Visit Website
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
47555 California 1 Big Sur, CA 93920
This state park is named after Julia Pfeiffer Burns, a well respected pioneer woman in the Big Sur country. The park stretches from the Big Sur coastline into nearby 3,000-foot ridges. It features redwood,…
Monterey Visit Website
Jacks Peak County Park
25020 Jacks Peak Park Rd Monterey, CA 93940
Jacks Peak Park has much to offer the outdoor enthusiast. Almost 8.5 miles of horseback riding and hiking trails wind through cathedral-like forests and to breathtaking ridge top vistas. The Skyline Self-Guided…
Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
. Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
3 miles of Carmel on Highway 1
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Lower Presidio Historic Park
113 Corporal Ewing Monterey, CA 93940
This centrally located park has tremendous potential for all park-goers. It can be a first stop for any visitor to the Monterey Peninsula with its gorgeous views, perfect for their photos and memories…
Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
Carmel River Lagoon & Wetland Natural Preserve
Mouth of the Carmel River Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
Pacific Grove Visit Website
Lovers Point Park & Beach
Ocean View Blvd & 17th St Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Lovers Point Park & Beach is a captivating 4.4-acre landscaped community park located at the foot of 17th Street in Pacific Grove, California. This enchanting destination is a cherished haven for…
Monterey Visit Website
Veterans Memorial Park
Skyline Forest Monterey, CA 93940
Big Sur Visit Website
Ventana Wilderness
Hwy 1 south of Carmel
Salinas Visit Website
Toro County Park
. Salinas, CA 93908
501 Monterey-Salinas Highway 68
Monterey Visit Website
El Estero Park Complex
Del Monte & Camino Aguajito St. Monterey, CA 93940
Marina Visit Website
Fort Ord Dunes State Park
Beach Range Road Marina, CA 93933
This recently opened State Park has a 1,500 foot trail to 4 miles of ocean beach with beautiful views of Monterey Bay. From the parking area visitors may also take a stroll on the new boardwalk to a bluff…
Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
Ohlone Coastal Cultural Reserve
. Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
South of Carmel on Highway 1
Monterey Visit Website
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Monterey Bay Monterey, CA 93940
Monterey Visit Website
Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail
This paved path stretches 18 miles from Castroville in the north to Pacific Grove in the south. Monterey, CA 93940
