Sights · Our pick in California
Bixby Creek Bridge
The Big Sur postcard
About Bixby Creek Bridge
Bixby Creek Bridge carries Highway 1 high over a canyon on the Big Sur coast. Pull in only where it is safe and legal to park, and never stop on the bridge itself.
Why it's on our list
- Classic Big Sur view
- Park only where it is safe
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Bixby Creek Bridge before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Bixby Creek Bridge are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Monterey Bay Aquarium17 miCar or taxi 32 min