Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

Parking: if you come here later, you will have to park outside of the area. You will see cars parked along the road near here and that where you will have to park to walk to this amazing place Beautiful place. Extremely well maintained paths and very easy to walk through. The paths are very easy to follow. There are very easy paths marked. We didn't attempt the more difficult ones but overall, it was a very easy and peaceful place to experience. Beautiful spots to relax at and e joy views. Definitely soak it all in if you can. Pictures don't not do this place justice. Would highly recommend. Just remember that you will have to park along the road if the parking lot(s) are full.

One of the best places around Monterey for small hikes, amazing views, and wildlife! The coast is just beautiful here, and you usually see seals hanging out at the beach, sometimes otters and even whales (in a distance). If you want to save the state park fee, just park at the road before or after the junction. Can get very crowded if you're late.

Hands down the best state park in California! Must visit if you're in Monterey area. Beautiful emerald beaches, greeneries and lots of wild animals make this place more special. Difficult to find parking on weekends so I recommend arriving before 9~10am on weekends to find a decent parking location inside the park. If you happen to visit at a later time, they block the entrance because the parking is completely full. However, there is street parking just outside the park entrance and you'll have to walk a lot more to get to different locations in the park.

Absolutely stunning. The trees, the sea breeze, the wildlife, the scenery….all so incredible. One of my favorite state parks I’ve ever been to. The otters are seal were plentiful and the docents make sure you spot them when they are sighted.

Just beautiful, as you can see from the photos. We did street parking to avoid the $10 park fee. Just be careful with the no parking signs. It was strictly enforced today with several parking tickets.

Wonderful (and very easy) hike! Perfect for a lazy weekend when you want to walk purse but not overly exert yourself. Very flat and significantly shady in the trees. Of course don’t and hot when you walk ankle the weather. Perfectly blue and gorgeous water. Sea lions and birds. Pro tip: if you get there after 8:30am you might as well go straight to find street parking. It’s an extra five minutes walking… so what??!

It is very beautiful. So many views of the ocean and rocky shoreline. It's got some stairs. I would rate parts of it as intermediate level hike. Most is easy. Very little to no handicap accessible.

Great hike with some really good views. It’s a nice hike around the point with something to see at every corner. Definitely recommend going to check this place out on a summer day when the weather is nice. It’s fairly busy so be prepared for people on the trail.