Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park - McWay Waterfall

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park (12), originally uploaded by kimberzy.

The McWay waterfall is fed from springs from McWay Creek, and it flows year round. The fall drops 80 feet to a little cove in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, located on Highway 1 about 37 miles south of Carmel. The beach is not accessible to hikers, but there is a 1/4 mile easy trail to the overlook where you can view the waterfall. The park is open year-round and costs $10 to park. When I went yesterday, there was limited parking, as one of the lots was closed, most likely due to last year's wildfire. There is parking along the highway though. It is definitely a little gem along Highway 1, and one not to be missed.

Click HERE to visit the park's website