4.6
Waterfalls
McWay Falls
Big Sur, United States
McWay Falls is an 80-foot waterfall cascading directly onto the beach within Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. Created by a natural spring in the McWay Creek, it's one of the most iconic sights in Big Sur. Accessible via a short trail, visitors can gaze upon the falls from the overlook, framed by cliffs and lush greenery.
Good to know
- Crowds
- Very busy, go early
- Best time
- Early morning
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