Appreciate the pristine natural landscape and thriving habitat of the California coast at Point Lobos. The nature reserve is home to hundreds of native animal and plant species on and off shore, and is an ideal location for hiking, diving, and bird watching. Enjoy panoramic views from the shore of the Pacific coast as you spot sea lions, harbor seals, and orcas, or hike through the lush vegetation on one of the reserve’s many foot trails for sightings of forest animals and local birds. On your way out, stop by the Whaler’s Cabin Museum to learn more about the history of whaling on the Monterey Peninsula. Arrange to visit Point Lobos and other attractions in Carmel using our Carmel trip planner.
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Point Lobos reviews
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Well, lobos does mean wolves in Spanish, hence howling ( the sound a wolf makes lol). Anyway, I do not really think anything can go wrong with Carmel. It is one of those charming and quaint small... more »
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I hiked the Point Lobos shoreline trails for most of the day - just beautiful! Rocky shoreline with many tidal pools and in other spots sand beaches. I saw a family of seals sunny on a rock and seals.... more »
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Perfect for beginners looking to get into hiking. Provides easy trails with highly rewarding scenic views at the end of your journey. The longest trail took only about 30-40 minutes of very easy to walk "woods" that gave way to a breath taking point on rocks high above the beach and ocean. The trails walking along the coast are amazing, and the tide pools are full of little sea creature life. Highly recommended!
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Very scenic area. If you don't feel like hiking 2.5mi then drive to the 3 different parking lots and take pics at each one. The very last stop is the most scenic. Only problem is lots fill up quickly and they block off the entrance. Street parking is plenty.
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