West Coast
Score 9.6
Big Sur
California—The Most Dramatic Coastline in America
Field Report
Big Sur is 90 miles of the most visually arresting coastline on the planet — granite mountains plunging into the Pacific, condors riding thermals overhead, elephant seals hauled out on hidden beaches, and the Post Ranch Inn perched on the cliff edge at $1,500 a night. There is no experience quite like waking up above the clouds at Big Sur.
Curated Highlights
Post Ranch Inn — the most spectacular cliff-side luxury resort in the US
Bixby Creek Bridge — the most photographed bridge in California
McWay Falls — an 80-ft waterfall that drops directly onto the beach
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park — the crown jewel of Big Sur's trails
Pfeiffer Beach purple sand — a geological marvel at sunset
Nepenthe restaurant — cliffside dining with the Pacific below
Duration
3–5 Days
Best Season
Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
Temperature
65°F
Local Time
1:51 PM (GMT-8)
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From
$650
per person
9.6
3–5 Days
Best: Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
Avg 65°F
Local Time: 1:51 PM (GMT-8)
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