Humpback whales frequent the deep waters of Big Sur, typically from late April through early December. One of the most ...

The best time to visit Big Sur is from September to November. Winter, especially December, is another good time to visit Big Sur for those looking to snag a deal on lodging. But these cheaper ...

This is my favorite place in the world to visit, and it's also my favorite place to share with visitors. The kelp forest was a big gamble for the aquarium. This is what started everything.

So if you’re hoping to visit Big Sur this summer and want to work around the Highway 1 closure, read on for how to make the most of a Big Sur road trip from the Bay Area this year. Jump straight to: ...

In Big Sur, there are campgrounds in the state parks and the national forest, as well as privately-owned campgrounds that can accommodate every style — from hike-in tent spots to yurts and cabins.

That place has some Big Sur love voodoo," Buhai says. With its blooming gardens and rustic charm, Deetjen’s is the perfect escape if you spend most days glued to various screens.

Big Sur’s storied retreat promotes creativity, well-being and provides a place for quiet reflection. From Santa Rosa it takes about four hours to drive to Esalen. Allow more time during commute ...

The Point Sur Lighthouse dates back to the 1880s and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Skip the Jewelry Shop, Hunt for Jade Every coastal nook and cranny here is worth a visit.

Big Sur’s main thoroughfare is Highway 1, a scenic two-lane road constructed between 1919 and 1937 as part of a statewide initiative to make the California coastline a drivable tourist attraction.

In Big Sur, though, they’re used to obstacles. Along a wooded, seaside highway prone to fires and mudslides, this is not the first time that disaster has struck. A 2001 chronology published by ...