Big Sur is full of wonderful hiking trails but at this spot you’ll enjoy the towering redwoods, beautiful Big Sur river views, and a spectacular family, friendly waterfall hike. Details in my full blog post👉 https://www.flyingdawnmarie.com/new-blog/pfeiffer-big-sur-valley-view #bigsur #calparks #waterfall #hiddengems | Flyingdawnmarie

Some spots along the Big Sur Coast instantly suck you in, and McWay Falls is one of them. Standing above McWay Cove, watching the waves drift in and the waterfall drop 80 feet into the ocean… It’s one of the most peaceful moments you can have in Big Sur. 🌊 Quick Facts About McWay Falls: - Height: 80 ft - Type: Tidefall — seriously rare, and California has one of the few - Location: Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park - Best Time to Visit: Midday for the brightest water, golden hour for dreamy light

This drive along Highway 1 in Big Sur never gets old… but the real moment is when you spot McWay Falls pouring straight into the ocean. 🌊 It’s one of the only waterfalls in California that flows directly onto the beach — and seeing it appear around the curve feels unreal every time. Would you stop here on a road trip — or keep driving? 👇 Be honest. #BigSur #McWayFalls #Highway1 #CaliforniaCoast #FlyingDawnMarie | Flyingdawnmarie