secret attractions
NOT-SO-SECRET SPOTS
Some places are meant to be shared. Big Sur is one of them! While you're here you'll find magical locations that are well known, iconic, and over the decades have been photographed by millions. We hope you get to enjoy all of those not-so-secret spots. You may find yourself coming back to them over and over during your lifetime. Perhaps you'll pass this tradition on within your own family.
beaches
beaches
beaches
There are miles and miles of beaches for you to explore in Big Sur. Which is best? You decide.
sunsets
beaches
beaches
Every sunset is different, so find a place with a good view and thank the sun for today.
sunrises
sunrises
sunrises
Welcoming the new day with gratitude is something very special. Bring that feeling home with you.
bridges
sunrises
sunrises
Iconic, majestic, breathtaking, awesome... each bridge in Big Sur has its own personality. See for yourself!
help us keep big sur pristine
not all photographed locations should be shared on social media
We know it may seem counter intuitive to have a website advertising Big Sur while asking visitors to keep certain locations a secret. Over-visitation to many bucket list destinations has caused them to be less enjoyable and even damaged in some cases. Plants, animals, and the environment all suffer when crowds of humans ignore guidelines and laws to get photos and videos for social media. We understand that Big Sur not a secret by any means, but as we move forward together, let's make sure we are considerate guests. We suggest sharing your photos without detailed location information.
“Travel and tell no one, live a true love story and tell no one, live happily and tell no one, people ruin beautiful things.”
- Kahlil Gibran.
The secret is not to tell the secret
You won't catch us sharing GPS data or encouraging crowds. In fact, we hope you will quietly experience your own adventures here and let people wonder where your photos were taken. Normalize not sharing! It's one of the best ways we can protect Big Sur's most sacred places...
where is monterey canyon?
Underwater National Park, Monterey Canyon
A secret we don't mind sharing is one that's hidden deep under the coastal waters just north of Big Sur- an underwater version of the Grand Canyon! Monterey Canyon is a large reason for the wealth of wildlife that migrate north and south along the coast to feed in this invisible but magical abyss.
Over-tourism in big sur makes the news
Banner Appears On Iconic Bixby Bridge
Traffic, litter, car accidents and frustration... those aren't what we want people to think of when they hear the words Big Sur. Sadly, in recent years, visitation has caused an increase in all of the above. How can you make a difference? Take the Big Sur Pledge and drive safely.
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