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Savoring the Magnificent Big Sur Coast Pacific Ocean Views

There is nothing more impressive about Ragged Point than the multitude of breathtaking views that it provides.

Travelers come from all over the globe to enjoy the California Coast scenery from Hearst Castle through Big Sur to Carmel on Pacific Coast Highway 1; without doubt one of the most picturesque and magnificent scenic drives in the world. Along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH 1) there are many pull outs and parking lots you should take advantage of to savor the views and take pictures but to truly enjoy the breathtaking Pacific scenery you should stay for a while at one of the California Central Coasts Pacific Ocean view resorts or campgrounds, or at the least dine at one of the precious few ocean view restaurants.

One unique Big Sur Coast ocean view resort is situated especially well for viewing the magnificent Big Sur Coast; the Ragged Point Inn Ocean View Resort. Located on the top of a 350 foot tall rock peninsula overlooking the Pacific Ocean Big Sur California Pacific Coast nestled next to the Santa Lucia Coast Mountains of Silver Peak Wilderness Area the "Point" commands a 360° view of ocean, coast or unspoiled California Coastal wilderness.

Nothing is more revered by the owners of Ragged Point Inn and Resort than the scenic views and much of the development at Ragged Point Inn and Resort has been aimed to maximize the enjoyment of the natural beauty that the property at Ragged Point provides.
At the Ragged Point Inn and Resort some of the best viewing areas have been improved and are interconnected with decomposed granite walkways that meander throughout the Ragged Point property.

The restaurant dinning room at the Ragged Point Inn and Resort Restaurant is built entirely out of glass even including the roof. At the Ragged Point Inn most all of the hotel rooms have one wall that is all glass and include decks or balconies with Big Sur Coastal views as well. Views from Ragged Point have been called, "the best views on the Big Sur Coast," and the "million dollar view." Both are true. You will find proof on the photographs at the Ragged Point Photo Galleries #1 - #2 and other pages of this website, the views are truly incredible.

Only two area ocean view resorts are on the edge of cliffs, the Lucia Lodge cliffside Big Sur resort and Ragged Point Inn Ocean View Resort.

Ragged Point Inn has a better view and is a much better deal. Cost is another factor which helps make the Ragged Point Inn Ocean View Resort the best choice of Big Sur ocean view resorts, you can still get a room for about $100.00 in the off season; rates at Ventana Inn and Spa start at $425.00 the Post Ranch Inn accommodations start at $525.00
No minimum stay at the Ragged Point Inn Ocean View Resort; romantic couples take pleasure in this all inclusive ocean view resort and children are welcome too!	All weekend reservations require a minimum two-day stay: maximum number of persons per room is two; for adults seeking a romantic getaway; do not bring children.	A two-night minimum stay is required on weekends with a Friday and Saturday night stay. 3-4 night minimum stay may be required over holiday periods; minimum age 18.

Big Sur Ocean View Resort Camping Treebones Ocean View Yurts, and Campsites

Treebones info

Don't expect privacy, yurts walls are thin; don't bring small children, pets not allowed in yurts, one dog on a leash allowed at ocean view campsites; two night minimum stay April through October and year around for weekends; walk 2-3 minutes to communal restroom showers.

There is ocean view camping at Treebones Big Sur Ocean View Resort 11 miles north of the Ragged Point Inn and Resort just past Gorda. Although they aren't calling it such but the newest and very popular Big Sur Resort Treebones Resort is offering luxury ocean view camping in "yurts". Treebones Resort yurts are circular wood floor wooden lattice structures covered in canvas with furniture, electricity heating, and running water, sorry you will have to walk to the communal bathrooms. This Big Sur has resort has phenomenal Pacific Ocean, Big Sur Coast and mountain views and it looks like a stay there could provide a fun experience for some but there are a number of restrictions and the cost for a stay in their ocean view yurts start at $175.00.
Treebones also has a walk in campground with ocean view campsites for $60.00; 2 persons maximum per night, a two night minimum during the peak season of April through October, one dog on a leash is welcome for $10.

Kirk Creek Campground, Big Sur Coast Ocean View Campsites; drive up Ocean View Camping for the whole family at a reasonable cost and with few restrictions

If you are looking for Big Sur Coast Ocean View Camping then Kirk Creek Campground is the place. This wonderful campground is located on a 100 foot bluff next to the Pacific Ocean the panoramic Big Sur Coastal Pacific Ocean views are incredible! The cost is only $22.00 per night 6-8 persons per campsite; two vehicles are allowed and RV's are permitted. Kirk Creek is a popular campground and campsites can be hard to secure. There are both first-come first-served and reservation campsites, still it can be very hard to get a campsite, Kirk Creek Campground is the only ocean view campground on the PCH 1 Big Sur Coast. You may have to get creative like sending in a scout to secure a campsite prior and or make arrangements with another camper who will be leaving to occupy their campsite.
There is a short trail providing access to the gravel beach next to Kirk Creek Campground or you can drive to the nice expansive white sand beach Sand Dollar Beach 4 miles south, the largest sandy beach in the Big Sur area. It is a very popular spot for surfing, fishing, swimming, exploring, sunbathing, etc. The beach is dog friendly as long as they are leashed and cleaned up after. Directly across the Hwy. from Kirk Creek campground is the Vicente Flats trailhead leading into the Ventana Wilderness. Within a short drive many other popular trails can be accessed for hiking, backpacking, bicycling, hunting and horseback riding. These trails offer a variety of experiences including waterfalls, groves of Redwood Trees, breathtaking views, meadows and streams. More Kirk Creek Campground Information from Parks Management Company: www.campone.com/... - Campsite reservations and more Kirk Creek Campground information from the California Government: www.recreation.gov/...

Kirk Creek Ocean View Campsite

Resorts and Camping On the Beach

There are NO campgrounds or resorts near Big Sur which offer camping or hotel rooms which are actually "on the Beach", the closest campground with campsite actually on the beach is Morro Strand State Beach at the north end of Morro Bay California; the closest resort which is on the beach is Best Western Cavalier Oceanfront Resort near San Simeon California.

Pets; California State Campgrounds and Properties Note: Dogs must be kept on leashes no longer than 6' and in a tent or enclosed vehicle at night. Except for guide dogs, pets are not allowed in park buildings, on trails, or on most beaches.