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big sur 3d
Big Sur in 3 days is the sweet spot — enough time to actually stop at pullouts, do a real hike, and catch sunset at McWay without rushing. You'll drive the best 145km of coastline in America, sleep among redwoods, and finish with wine in Carmel. Fog's part of the deal; embrace it.
3days
16stops
295total km
Trip Highlights
- Loop/coastal route with no backtracking
- Mix of iconic stops and hidden hikes
- Flexible for fog — indoor options in Carmel
- McWay Falls at golden hour
Estimated Cost
Accommodation (3 nights) · Big Sur books up months ahead$510-1050
Rental car + gas$200-350
Food & drinks$250-400
Activities & park fees$60-100
Money Savers
- 1Camp at Julia Pfeiffer Burns or Limekiln instead of lodges — save $200+/night
- 2Esalen night-bathing is $35 vs. $80+ day passes
Heads Up
1
San Simeon to Big Sur Village
6 stops · 145km · 2h30m
2
Pfeiffer Beach & Deep Big Sur
5 stops · 85km · 1h45m
3
Bixby Bridge to Carmel
5 stops · 65km · 1h15m
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