Pfeiffer Beach, Big Sur, California
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Bernd das Brot Team
N 36° 14.297 W 121° 48.826
10S E 606591 N 4011030
Popular beach in beautiful Big Sur
Waymark Code: WM17W3
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 02/15/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Lemon Fresh Dog
Views: 107
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Pfeiffer Beach is one of Central California's best-hidden secrets since the access road is very well hidden. Sycamore Canyon Road to Pfeiffer Beach meets Highway 1 at 0.6 miles south of Big Sur Station and immediately north of the Highway 1 bridge over Pfeiffer Canyon.

On the other hand, the beach is very popular amongst locals, especially amongst dog lovers, so in summer and during weekends it can get quite crowded.

A small creek provides fresh water and swimming opportunities for your friend and a miles-long beach takes care of all the running needs. However, the ocean current can be quite powerful, so stick to the creek and land-locked puddles.

The area is managed by the California Land Trust and is open from 9am - 5 pm.
A $5 fee is required.

Overlook, taken from Pfeiffer Head
The mouth of the creek is at the bottom right

Level of Enclosure: Completely Enclosed

Description of Enclosure:
The only access is through a toll gate at the parking lot. Entrance fee is $5

Kid friendly: Kids all ages (strollers on up) welcome

Popularity: It varies a lot

Water For Swimming (them, not you): River

People washrooms: Non-flushing toilets

Separate area for small dogs available: no

I would walk my dog here: yes

Fee Required: yes

Provides Poop Bags: Not Listed

Additional Parking: Not Listed
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