Lucia Lodge

On the Drive:

• ✔ Hearst Castle
• ✔ Madonna Inn - San Luis Obispo
• ✔ Elephant Seals - San Simeon Beach Jan, April, Oct (40 mins past Madonna Inn)
• Cambria - Moonstone Beach (2 hrs south Big Sur) - White Water Inn
• Point Lobos - (30 mins north Big Sur)
• Carmel + Monterey
• Moonstone Beach & Shamel Playground

Glen Oaks Big Sur:

• ✔ An easy loop hike on our property will take you through landscaped lawns and old-growth redwoods along the Big Sur River, including past the second-largest redwood in Big Sur, “Grandmother Pfeiffer”. All of our guests are encouraged to take a stroll, or relax and connect with nature in the Adirondack chairs we have set out with views of the river.

Local State Parks & Forest Service Lands:

• Point Lobos State Reserve - (25 miles north of Glen Oaks Big Sur) – Beautiful park with hiking trails to hidden coves. You can often see otters, sea lions and seals during your walk along the coastline, and explore the history of archeological sites including the small cabin at Whaler’s Cove that dates from the turn of the century.
• Garrapata State Park and Beach - (17 miles north) – Beautiful long sandy beach, and many coastal hiking trails. Great for picnics, pictures, walking or relaxing with a good book. Trail entrances are scattered along the highway in turnouts on the west side. Look for small brown forest service signs indicating coastal access. Beach access is via a wooden staircase, just north of Garrapata Creek Bridge.
• Point Sur Lighthouse - (4.5 miles north) – 3-hour walking tour overlooking the Pacific Ocean with exploration into the Lighthouse and old historic homes and buildings. Tours are first-come, first-served, Saturday & Sunday at 10am and Wednesday at 2pm. (Temporarily closed for construction, see website for additional info) www.pointsur.org (831) 625 4419.
• Andrew Molera State Park – (2 miles north) – Coastal State Park with bluffs, beaches and headlands where the Big Sur River meets the ocean. The Creamery Meadow Trail is a flat 15-minute walk that gives you direct access to the beach. From there an 8-mile loop of interconnecting trails gives you access to a variety of terrain, including coastal scrub, redwood forest and ridgetop grassland.
• Ventana Wildlife Society Discovery Center – (2 miles north) Located at Andrew Molera State Park. Learn about the history and ecology of the California Condor, which has come back from the brink of extinction due to a captive breeding program and is now flying free once more in the Big Sur wilderness. Open Saturday & Sunday from 10am-4pm from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. www.ventanaws.org (831) 620 0702.
• ✔ Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park – (1 mile south). Most hikes are through the forest and you are often surrounded by giant redwood trees.
• ✔ Pfeiffer Beach – (turnoff 3 miles south, at the second 45-mile marker) – Beautiful beach with 3 coves, purple sand and giant rock formations. Entrance off of Highway One on the west side, not well marked. Look for a paved road that goes downhill sharply and has a yellow "Narrow Road sign.
• Partington Cove – (10.5 miles south) – Short hike down a fire road to the rocky mouth of Partington Creek, or take the left fork to an historic 60-ft tunnel through the rock and a cove with the rusty ruins of an old ship-loading apparatus, used by the tanoak-logging industry at the turn of the century. There is no signage for Partington on the highway so look for a curve in the road with large dirt turnouts on either side near the 38-mile markers.
• ✔ Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park – (12.5 miles south) – Home of the famous McWay Falls, an 80-foot waterfall which empties directly into the Pacific Ocean.
• Limekiln State Park – (28 miles south) – Slightly off the beaten path, Limekiln is a hidden gem of redwoods, waterfalls, and the cultural history of Big Sur’s lime smelting industry. Hiking trails lead along forest streams to the ruins of the four limekilns, which were active in the late 1800s, and a beautiful waterfall. There is also a small sandy beach beneath the highway where Limekiln Creek empties into the ocean.

Other Attractions in Big Sur and Monterey:

• Monterey Bay Aquarium – (35 miles north)
• Cannery Row (35 miles north) – This historic waterfront location was made famous by John Steinbeck’s book of the same name.
• Pebble Beach Horseback Tours – (30 miles north) – Enjoy breathtaking views along the Pacific coastline and experience the shady Monterey pines of Del Monte Forest on your ride. www.pebblebeach.com/equestrian-center/trail-rides/
• ✔ Bixby Bridge – (15 miles north) – One of the most photographed bridges in California.

Eats:

• Big Sur Roadhouse – (On property at Glen Oaks)
• Big Sur Bakery – (3 miles south) – Creative, excellent American comfort food, wood-fired pizzas, fresh pastries and desserts in a rustic setting.
• The Sur House – (3.5 miles south) – Located at Ventana Inn. Upscale restaurant with peaceful ocean views from the outside terrace.
• Sierra Mar – (3.5 miles south) – Located at Post Ranch Inn. Award winning, ever-changing high-end cuisine, with many ingredients grown in the Post Ranch chef’s garden and sourced from local foragers.
• Deetjen's Big Sur Inn – (5 miles south) – Cozy, quaint restaurant and a local favorite for breakfast especially.
• Rocky Point – (14 miles north) – Located on low cliffs with beautiful views of the ocean and Rocky Point Bridge from the restaurant and terrace.
• River Inn – (less than 1 mile north) – Always a beehive of activity, offering a restaurant, general store, burrito bar, and gas station. Within walking distance (less than 10 minutes) or a short drive.
• Ripplewood – (directly adjacent to Glen Oaks) – Fresh, traditional diner fare, open for breakfast and lunch from 8:00am-2:00pm daily.
• Fernwood – (less than 1 mile south) – Located within walking distance (less than 10 minutes) or a short drive.
• Big Sur Lodge – (2 miles south) – Located inside Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, with the Big Sur River flowing just below the restaurant’s back patio.
• Big Sur Deli - (3 miles south) - Delicious short-order sandwiches and a case full of deli items made fresh daily.
• Big Sur Taphouse - (3 miles south) - Casual restaurant right next to the Deli, with pub fare, yummy specials and the best selection of beer on tap in Big Sur.
• Nepenthe & Café Kevah – (4.5 miles south) – Casual dining with excellent wine list, featuring Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architecture and stunning ocean and south-coast views.
• COAST Big Sur – (7.5 miles south) – Café above the gallery and boutique has a lovely patio with ocean views.
• NAMASTE Indian in Monterey delicious!

Shops:

• Henry Miller Memorial Library – (4.5 miles south) – Just down the road from Nepenthe on the east side of the highway. Henry Miller Library is an eclectic bookshop and event space, run by a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and promoting the works of one of Big Sur’s most famous residents. They host a variety of events throughout the year from short-film festivals to book signings to live music. www.henrymiller.org

Spa Services:

• Therapeutic, Swedish, Aromatherapy & Facials by Jenny Buckland - Over 20 years’ experience at the Post Ranch Inn Spa (4-star resort) and highly recommended. (831) 915-4416 or (831) 667-2874
• Namaste Therapeutic Bodyworks – Intuitive therapists Julian & Lynn allow your body to communicate to them the kind of pressure and technique that you need, easing your body into maximum relaxation & healing. Private location in a beautiful canyon about 25 minutes north of Glen Oaks, and also available for in-room calls, including couples’ massages. www.namastetherapy.com (831) 620 1447 or e-mail namastetherapeuticbodyworks@gmail.com.
• Big Sur CannaSPA – Monica Eastman, Licensed Massage Therapist CannaBLISS Achemist. Experience total Bliss with a Cannabis Infused Massage! Big Sur CannaSPA uses organic small-batched canna creams and body butters creating profound relaxation and rejuvenation for your body and mind. Book an In-Room Session or come to our Big Sur Studio. For more information and to book visit BigSurCannaSPA.com.
• Spa Alila – (3.5 miles south) – Ventana Inn’s spa prioritizes guests staying on their property, but it is open to offsite clients on a day-by-day basis. www.ventanabigsur.com (831) 667 2331
• Esalen Institute – (16 miles south) – Esalen Institute is a retreat center built around a natural hot sulfur spring, with a bathhouse perched on the cliffs above the ocean. While the property is generally closed to non-workshop participants, the baths are open late-night to the public from 1am-3am for a fee, and you must reserve in advance. Offsite massage clients may also use the baths to soak for 30 minutes prior to their appointment. Reserve night bathing at