Point Lobos State Reserve - Carmel National And State Park

  • Address: Route 1, Box 62, Carmel, CA 93923
  • Phone: +1 831 624 4909
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  • Website:www.parks.ca.gov
Point Lobos State Reserve
Route 1
Box 62, Carmel, CA 93923

Point Lobos State Reserve Details

Full Amenity List

  • guided tours
  • picnic tables
  • restrooms

Descriptions from Across the Web

  • THE HISTORY by Jeff Thomson Joseph Emory, circa 1854from "Explore...Point Lobos State Reserve" © 1997 Walkabout Publications While Point Lobos is justifiably famous for its scenic beauty and remarkable diversity of plants and wildlife, it is also a place rich in human history. Over the pa... more on Pt-lobos.parks.state.ca.us
  • Deriving its name from the offshore rocks at Punta de los Lobos Marinos, Point of the Sea Wolves, where the sound of the sea lions carries inland, the Reserve has often been called "the crown jewel of the State Park System." Point Lobos has offered many things to millions of people who have visit... more on Pt-lobos.parks.state.ca.us

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5.0
Beautiful scenery, animals

Pt Lobos is great - both above the water and underneath! The cost to park inside the park is $9. But there is quite a bit of parking available along the road before you enter, and you can walk in and get a map for $1.00. Or for those older than $62, you can get in for $5. I can't begin to describ... AL-the-squid, a user of Tripadvisor. Read full review on TripAdvisor

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5.0
The most beautiful coastline on earth!

This reserve is a must see for anyone in the Monterey area. Bring a picnic lunch and get there in the morning to be able to park in the reserve. You'll want to do that so you'll be able to hike around the paths. We were amazed by the postcard perfect views throughout the reserve and the close-up ... 2continents, a user of Tripadvisor. Read full review on TripAdvisor

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5.0
It's AMAZINGLY gorgeous!

We only had a short time to spend here, but great spot to watch the sea lions and seals. The cypress trail is also so gorgeous - stunning views as every corner and very beautiful trees. ... Ms_Miltown, a user of Tripadvisor. Read full review on TripAdvisor

Directions

The reserve is located on the central coast of California in Monterey County. The entrance is located three miles south of Carmel on Highway 1.

Hours

Day use area. During days of long summer daylight, closing time is extended and is posted at the entrance.

Other Web Resources

  • www.parks.ca.gov

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