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Located near Pacific Grove, Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail is an 18 mile long trail that winds along the coast of the Pacific Ocean. It goes from Castroville to Pacific grove, and is well maintained and tarmacked.

It is popular among hikers and bikers and it is usually not too crowded. It is surrounded by wild flowers and offers magnificent views of the ocean from almost any point, making it a beautiful destination for a girls weekend getaway.

There are many spots where you can walk to the beach or even walk on the sand for a while. You can often see seals and sea otters and explore tide pools.

The trail offers a great way to explore Monterey as you will pass by many of its landmarks. Such landmarks include a fascinating mural painting about the history of the area, the busy Cannery Row, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman's Shoreline Park and San Carlos Beach. Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail Map

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