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Rugged coastlines and beaches are common to the Central Coast,
especially near Carmel, where the shallow, cold water creates
interesting colors.
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Cool, stable, and wet climates along Big Sur create lush
environments. Wildflowers like these are common year-round.
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Julia P Burns State Park contains many dense forests like these that
are easily accessible via short trails from established parking areas.
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McWay Falls spills out onto the coastline in Julia P Burns State Park.
The falls are accessible via a short trail that goes under the highway
en route to the viewpoint.
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Wide view of McWay Falls and the beach at Julia P Burns State Park,
Big Sur, CA.
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Bixby Bridge on Pacific Coast Highway (Route 1) in the background.
Bixby Bridge on Pacific Coast Highway (Route 1) in the background.
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Another typical steep cliff and rocks view along Pacific Coast Highway.
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Wildflowers near the ocean are common in the summer before dry
autumns set in and change the landscape.
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Coves with calmer waters often harbor a variety of wildlife, from sea
otters to land critters.
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Morro Rock near the city of Morro Bay. Morro Rock is the remnant of
magma left in an ancient volcano's "throat." For many years, the rock
was mined until it was finally set aside for protection by the California
State Parks system.
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