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ig Sur is located along Scenic High- way One approximately 150 miles south of S

ig Sur is located along Scenic High- way One approximately 150 miles south of San Francisco and 300 miles north of Los Angeles. Historically, the name Big Sur was derived from that unexplored and unmapped wilderness area which lays along the coast south of Monterey. It was simply called el país grande del sur, the Big South Country. Today, Big Sur refers to that 90- mile stretch of rugged and awesomely beautiful coastline between Carmel to the north and San Simeon (Hearst Castle) to the south. Highway One winds along its length and is flanked on one side by the majestic Santa Lucia Mountains and on the other by the rocky Pacific Coast. Although there were two Mexican land grants awarded in the 1830’s, which included most of the area north of the Big Sur Valley, neither grantee settled on the land. It was little more than a cen- tury ago when the first permanent settlers arrived in Big Sur. In the following decades other hardy persons followed and staked out their homesteads. The landmarks bear the names of many of those early settlers — Mt. Manuel, Pfeiffer Ridge, Post Summit, Cooper Point, Dani Ridge, Partington Cove and others. Some of their descendants still live in Big Sur. At the turn of the century Big Sur sustained a larger population than it does today. A vigorous redwood lumbering industry provided livelihoods for many. The Old Coast Trail, which had been the only link between homesteads, was still little more than a wagon trail. Steamers transported heavy goods and supplies and harbored at Notley’s Landing, Partington Cove, and the mouth of the Little Sur River. Navigation was treacherous, and in 1889, the Point Sur Lighthouse began sending its power- ful beam to protect ships from the hazards of the coastline. In 1937, the present highway was completed after eighteen years of construction at a consider- able expense even with the aid of convict labor. The highway has since been declared California’s first Scenic Highway, and it provides a driving experience unsurpassed in natural beauty and scenic variety. Electricity did not arrive in Big Sur until the early 1950’s, and it still does not extend the length of the coast or into the more remote mountainous area. The proximity of the Pacific Ocean pro- vides for a temperate climate. Winters are mild, and rainy days are interspersed with periods of bright sunshine. An average rainfall of over 50 inches fills the many streams that flow down the redwood-lined canyons. Coastal fog cools the summer mornings, but it usually lifts by early afternoon. It is wise to include both warm and cold weather clothing when packing for Big Sur. A damp, foggy morning can be followed by a warm afternoon. In the interior valleys of the Wilderness Area, the tempera- tures are more extreme; the fog bank seldom crosses the coast ridge, so the days are likely to be hot and the nights chilly. The scenic qualities and the natural grandeur of the coast which result from the imposing geography, the rich vegetative compositions, and the dramatic meetings of land and sea are the area’s greatest single attraction to the public. Big Sur has attained a worldwide reputation for its spectacular beauty. Hiking, backpacking and scenic driving are major recreational activities. Highway 1 through Big Sur is a designated Ameri- can National Scenic Byway and California Scenic Highway, an honor reserved for highways that are so distinctive they are destinations unto themselves. For more information visit www.byways.org. B “The Greatest Meeting of Land & Sea” www.bigsurcalifornia.org Summer 2010 - Spring 2011 Free! • Big Sur Guide • Free! Big Sur Coastline and Bixby Bridge ~ Photo by Daniel Bianchetta Page 2 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY DIAL 911. Other emergency phone numbers include: • AAA (800) 400-4222 • Big Sur Health Center (831) 667-2580 • Big Sur Ranger Station, State Parks, U.S. Forest Service, Cal-Trans (831) 667-2315 • Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula (831) 624-5311 Community Hospital is the nearest hospital to Big Sur. It is located approximately 30 miles north of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. Follow Highway 1 to Carmel, taking the Highway 68 exit (west) to the hospital. • Handling Big Sur with Care ... page 2 • Point Sur Lighthouse ............ page 3 • Hunting & Fishing ................. page 3 • Ventana Wilderness ............... page 3 • Map..................................... page 4-5 • Big Sur Visitor Resources ..... pages 6-7 • Reservations ........................ pages 6-7 • Where’s the Beach? ................ page 8 • Redwoods ........................... page 8 How to handle Big Sur with care PETS — Pets frighten wildlife and disturb visitors. On U.S. Forest Service lands, pets must be leashed in developed campgrounds and picnic areas only. In the State Parks, they must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed on trails. POISON OAK — This toxic plant is found in Big Sur in abundance. Exposure to the plant can be spread by hands, clothing, pets, or equipment which has come in contact with the plant or from the smoke generated when burning it. Much of the reactive substance can be removed by immedi- ate washing with cool water and soap. Look for the triple leaf pattern, with prominent veins and a shiny surface. During the Summer and Fall, the leaves take on reddish hues. Try to avoid this plant. DRIVING TIPS FOR HIGHWAY 1 State Highway 1 through the Big Sur is recognized internationally as one of the worlds’s most beautiful highways. It is also one of the most maintained highways in America. Keep these tips in mind when you travel this route: 1) Drive defensively! You never know what hazard may be around a blind curve. 2) Buckle up! It’s the law. 3) Keep your eyes on the road — if you want to enjoy the scenery, please use turn-outs. 4) Maintain your speed and abide by posted limits which is 55 MPH unless otherwise posted. Slower traffic should pull over. 5) When pulling over, avoid quick stops on the unpaved turn-outs and shoulders. 6) Watch for touring bicyclists. Big Sur is a special place to many people. To help keep it that way and ensure your own safety, observe some simple rules and follow these basic safety tips. FIRES — Our biggest concern during the dry season is wildfire. Please extinguish cigarettes in your ashtray. Be extra careful, making sure that your fire is safe and legal. Be sure to extinguish your fire when you leave. COLLECTING — Plants, animals, rocks and artifacts of Big Sur’s cultural and natural history are protected by law and should not be disturbed. Rockhounding and collection of driftwood and fire- wood may be allowed in certain designated areas. Collectors should contact the nearest ranger station for specific information. RECYCLE — Most businesses have blue recycling bins. Please treat Big Sur gently and with respect so that it will remain the beautiful place we all love. PRIVATE PROPERTY — Please be mind- ful and respectful of the property rights of others. Most of the land adjacent to the highway is posted private property, and trespassing laws are strictly enforced. ROADSIDE CAMPING — Roadside camp- ing is prohibited along Highway 1 from the Carmel River to the Monterey-San Luis Obispo County line. This does not apply to tired motorists stopping for a temporary rest. Big Sur Guide Big Sur Guide is a publication provided as a public service by : • Big Sur Chamber of Commerce • Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau Big Sur Chamber of Commerce editorial committee – Chris Counts, Rick Aldinger, Dan Priano, Stan Russell. If you have any questions about the articles, information or revisions of this publication, please send them to: Big Sur Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 87 Big Sur, CA 93920 Call (831) 667-2100 www.bigsurcalifornia.org info@bigsurcalifornia.org Photography Stan Russell bigsurinternet.com Brock Bradford creationslight.com Daniel Bianchetta bigsurphoto.com Emergency Information Acknowledgements Table of Contents Big Sur Guide The official, complete and definitive travel guide to California’s Big Sur Coast Summer 2010 through Spring 2011 About the Big Sur Guide This publication is supported in part by the Monterey County Convention and Visi- tors Bureau. Through this guide we hope to answer your questions regarding the Big Sur Coast. The Big Sur Guide is printed on post consumer waste. Please recycle. Monterey-Salinas Transit The Route 22 bus runs daily from Monterey to Big Sur April - October www.mst.org 1-888-MST-BUS1 (1-888-678-2871) Orca breaching in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary - Photo by Daniel Bianchetta Humpback whales breaching in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary - Photo by Daniel Bianchetta Gorda Springs Resort Whale Watchers Cafe Lucia Lodge Esalen Institute Deetjen's Nepenthe/Phoenix/Cafe Kevah Ventana Inn & Spa Big Sur Lodge Glen Oaks Motel Big Sur River Inn Pfeiffer Beach Post Ranch Inn/Sierra Mar/ Post Ranch Mercantile Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Lighthouse Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park McWay Falls Sand Dollar Beach Big Sur Bakery Plaskett Creek Hearst Castle State Historical Monument Mill Creek Prewitt Creek Kirk uploads/Geographie/ big-sur-guide.pdf