Sights · Our pick in California
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Coves and cypress
About Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, just south of Carmel on Highway 1, has short trails around coves, cypress groves and rocky headlands, with sea lions and, in season, whales offshore.
Why it's on our list
- Coastal trails
- Sea lions
- Cypress groves
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Point Lobos State Natural Reserve before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve 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 Aquarium7.5 miCar or taxi 17 min
- Bixby Creek Bridge10 miCar or taxi 21 min