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Located off-the-beaten-path, Pfeiffer Beach is situated just slightly south of Big Sur Station along Highway 1 at the end of an unsigned road known as Sycamore Canyon Road.
This two-mile paved road is narrow and twisty, making it inaccessible (and prohibited) to trailers and RVs.
For those traveling by car, there is a small parking area near the end of the road.
From there it’s a brisk walk down to this incredible purple sand beach; its unique color comes from the manganese garnet rocks found in the cliffs surrounding the north end.
Not a popular watersport destination, the beach is most well-known for its landmark feature, Keyhole Rock, a gorgeous natural arch, and its tide pools.
Sycamore Canyon Road, Big Sur, CA, Phone: 805-434-1996
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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