Find the famous, unique and special places in Big Sur, California. The best lodging,
dining and activities, attractions. A travel guide for those with a special
need to know Big Sur as the locals do. Big Sur is spectacular!
Hiking - Lodging - Dining - Attractions - Map
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Dining
SIERRA MAR RESTAURANT
located at the Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur, Ca
Breathtaking vistas from this truly romantic restaurant located at
the Post Ranch Inn. Lunch, dinner, and/or drinks on the patio
and dining room while whale or condor watching. Lunch is
served from noon to 3:30 PM; bar menu from 3:30 till
closing. Chef Craig Von Foerster'a nightly menu
wins praise from Gourmet Magazine and the
Zagat Guide. Reservations required.
please call (831) 667-2800
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NEPENTHE
in Big Sur, California
One of the most picturesque dining spots in all California, overlooks
40 miles of coastline. Big Sur's only Weather-Cam. Check
out the view from back deck. A not to miss spot!
Lunch - dinner on open dining room or on 2 outdoor terraces
every day of the year - 11:30 AM till 10:00 PM
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DEETJEN'S BIG SUR INN
Located in the Big Sur Inn
This quaint old world style restaurant is open for breakfast,
as well as dinner and consists of four intimate, candle
lit rooms. Guests come not only for delectable food
and wine, but also for the warm, informal funky
atmosphere. Relax amid fireplaces, candle
light and classical music
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BIG SUR CENTER DELI
in Big Sur California
At the Post Office Center. Take-out freshly prepared food & deli items
for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Pizza on Monday & Friday evenings;
fine wines, beer, and groceries and camping supplies. Open daily
from 8:00 am - 8:30 pm
BIG SUR LODGE RESTAURANT & ESPRESSO HOUSE
in Big Sur, California
Indoor and patio dining on the banks of the beautiful Big Sur River.
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
BIG SUR RIVER INN
in Big Sur, California
Breakfast, lunch & dinner are served daily by a huge stone fireplace
or on a deck overlooking the Big Sur River. Live entertainment
on Sunday afternoons.
CAFE KEVAH
in Big Sur, California
Brunch & light lunch in an outdoor setting on a terrace just below
Nepenthe. Open March through December, 9 AM -4 PM
weather permitting.
COAST CAFE
in Big Sur, California
Serving lunch, baked goods, coffee and estate bottled wines.
Located at Coast Gallery a place you will definitely
to see, while you'll there take lunch!
Breakfast 8 AM - 11:30 AM; Dinner beginning 6 PM.
Reservations recommended.
REDWOOD GRILL
in Big Sur, California
Serving their famous buffalo burgers, salmon burgers, hamburgers,
vege burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more. Highway 1 at
Fernwood Resort. Dine inside or on the deck among
glorious redwood trees
ROADHOUSE, THE
in Big Sur, California
Serves Californian-Latin American cuisine. A locals hangout
with affordable prices and a lively atmosphere. Dinner
5:30 PM to 9 PM. Closed on Tuesday.
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Activities & Entertainment
Plan your stay in Big Sur around the many scheduled events!
"Big Sur Events Calendar"
Big Sur Hiking, Biking & Trail Maps
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Redwoods, conifers, oaks, sycamores, cottonwoods, maples, alders and willows
magnificent open meadows. Wildlife includes black-tail deer, gray
squirrels, raccoons, skunks, and birds, such as water
ouzels and belted kingfishers. Hikers enjoy
scenic trails, including self-guided
nature trail. Some campsites
along the Big Sur River.
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Named after Julia Pfeiffer Burns, a pioneer woman in the Big Sur country. The park
spans from the Big Sur coastline into nearby 3,000-foot ridges. Redwood, tan
oak, madrone, chaparral, and an 80-foot water fall grace this park.
Andrew Molera State Park
In the spectacular Big Sur area, this park is still relatively undeveloped and offers
visitors great hiking, fishing and beachcombing. A not to be missed place of beauty!
Point Sur
Point Sur Lightstation sits 361 feet above the surf on a large volcanic rock.
A turn-of-the century Lightstation open to the public. It is
on the National Register of Historic Places.
Map
Big Sur is located on the coast of Central California between San Luis Obispo
and Carmel. It is only accessible from Highway 1.
From: San Francisco take Highway 101 South to Highway 156 West. Connect to Highway 1
South, Continue through Monterey/Carmel. Or, for the most scenic route, take Hwy 1
down the coast from San Francisco. Distance: 150 miles.
From: Los Angeles, take Highway 101 North to San Luis Obispo. Connect to Hwy 1 North
all the way to Big Sur. Aprox 311 miles
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Big Sur Lodging
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