Svendsgaard's Inn

Point Lobos Loop Trail takes you on a coastal adventure along the gorgeous Pacific Ocean just miles south of Carmel-by-the-Sea and a quick drive from San Francisco or Big Sur. Visitors will encounter a variety of environments, flora, and fauna from lush Monterey pine and Cypress groves to coastal shrub-covered coastline with ocean views to tide pools along the rocky beaches. Expect to see sea lions, shorebirds, and all sorts of ocean wildlife. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve has a network...

This is a nice short little trail through the woods to the Bird Island Lookout, making for a great mix of both mountain and beach terrain. Make sure to take a left for a detour down to Gibson Beach, which is a bit hidden and not crowded! The entire route has amazing views, a lots of wildlife including a variety of bird species, deer and otters.

A nice loop through the cypress trees to many great views of coves below. This short loop is a favorite among park visitors because it offers great views and a close look at the area's famous Cypress trees, which naturally grow in only one other place in the world: Carmel Bay. The hike is relatively flat with views of headland cove, pinnacle cove, and cypress cove with two very short trails to get closer to the views. On a clear day you can see sea lions on sea lion rock and even the other...

Nice coastal view near the end. There are stairs required to reach the beach if you want to travel further off this trail. Accessibility: Visitors using wheelchairs, mobility equipment, or strollers may need all-terrain tires or adaptive/motorized equipment for the surface type. Accessible Parking: Number of designated accessible spaces: 2 at the trailhead; Number of van-accessible spaces with access aisles: 1; Parking lot surface: paved. Trail Details: Trail surface: a natural surface...