Best State Park in California
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park in Big Sur is widely regarded as California’s most beautiful state park. Key features include:
- Iconic McWay Falls, an 80-foot waterfall that plunges directly into the ocean
- Panoramic views of the rugged Big Sur coastline
- Diverse hiking trails through redwood groves and along coastal bluffs
- Opportunities for whale watching and wildlife viewing
- Scuba diving in the protected waters of the Underwater Area
- Two environmental campsites with spectacular ocean views
While small in size, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park packs an incredible amount of natural beauty and diversity into its 3,762 acres, making it a must-visit destination in California.
