Partington Cove

Came here with my family early morning to do a small hike to check out the coast for the first time. It was very foggy out early morning and there were some rock slides going on in the area. We originally went to check out the trail across from the Julia Pheiffer Burns State Park, but it was closed. We ended up stopping here at the cove and it was awesome. Got to see some squirrels and all kinds of birds and more. I also appreciate seeing all of the native flowers along the trail, very pretty. This trail had a cool tunnel to walk through and had a cool view and area to walk on the other side. A good spot to come and check out!!😎

Fully grateful for offering access to the public. It's not within any parks, but along the CA Route 1 and thus no need to book tickets. There are so many such canyons along the way. I bet each would be worthwhile for exploring. Make a stop along the highway, and then hike down to the shore. It's so beautiful. Kids can access ocean water. There is a giant rock sitting in the middle of the U-shaped canyon. You sit on top and stear at the vast ocean and relax. There is a 'steaming' hole along the rock cliff, adding a bit sweet surprise to the scene. There is natural wonders in addition to a tunnel to go through the inner side of the mountain. there is trails to hike up to the mountains too.

Absolutely stunning views. Note this does NOT have beach access - we got confused seeing other photos on here. Worth the trek down the hill though!

An absolute must-visit location. Absolutely gorgeous sunset views along an easy hike from the shoulder of US-1 down to the water. Plenty of parking on the Monday after Christmas with 3/4 of the space empty for a sunset visit. Only saw 5-6 other parties in the cove area after making our way down. Extremely under-rated gem that is probably the highlight of the attractions in Big Sur. Beautiful rocky cliffs with a broad view of the water with a sunset on the horizon. Even caught a flock of birds seemingly migrating for the winter in a V formation.

What an AWESOME low key spot. It’s roughly +/- 300’ elevation drop down to the cove. There’s 3 trails, the main one leading to a rocky beach with a fresh water small river running into the ocean. The sunlight plays with the cove so it’s great for photos. Another trail leads through a TUNNEL out into another awesome cove! You can see otters from time to time, awesome awesome spot

Beautiful hike, but exhausting walking down and up to get to the view!! Bring water!!

Short hike to the Cove. The coastline is so beautiful! The water is amazing. If you keep going past where most people stop to enjoy the scenery, you'll get even a better view. And your reward is solitude! Keep going around the rocks, find a spot and hopefully it is sunny enough to enjoy the rays.

Really cool little hike, I almost don't want to post this so fewer people find it! Freshwater stream headed through redwoods down to the cove, a wooden bridge and tunnel, and some nice tidepools filled with life. I went just after the crazy winter storms and the trail after the tunnel was washed out, will have to come back and finish the hike.