Monterey Bay is so beautiful that she often draws a crowd. Anybody who’s been to Carmel Beach on a hot weekend knows this all too well.
Sometimes it’s nice to have Monterey all to yourself with a little bit of seclusion, even if it’s for just 10 minutes.
There are a number of places that aren’t as well known where you can find some time for just you and the gorgeous Monterey Bay. Some are way out of the way and hard to get to and others just aren’t very well known or popular. One spot that is easily accessible, within 7 minutes walking distance from easy parking with striking Bay views is located in SandCity.
There are a number of places that aren’t as well known where you can find some time for just you and the gorgeous Monterey Bay. Some are way out of the way and hard to get to and others just aren’t very well known or popular. One spot that is easily accessible, within 7 minutes walking distance from easy parking with striking Bay views is located in SandCity.
Park behind Orchard Supply Hardware (800 Playa Avenue Sand City, CA, 93955) at the Edgewater Shopping Center which is located right off of Highway 1 five minutes North of Monterey. It’s the same center that has Target and Borders. Plainly visible from the Highway 1.
From there walk up the bike path for a good 5-7 minutes. Don’t be tempted to walk down to the beach as you will, but keep walking until you come to a Vista Area with a Picnic Table, Benches, and great views of the Monterey Bay and Monterey State Beach. This spot is a favorite stopping point for bicyclists riding along the bike path.
Be careful though, there are signs everywhere stating that the cliffs are unstable and some of it is roped off. Also, Highway 1 isn’t too far from this Vista Area but not close enough to disturb your alone time with Monterey.
Do you know of a great secluded place to take in Monterey? Comment below or drop me a line here.
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