Believed to be one of the most photographed trees in North America, it’s definitely worth making the stop. Ghost Trees at Pescadero Point The Lone CypressĬlaiming the Pebble Beach Company logo, this iconic tree has endured more than 250 years on its cliff overlooking the ocean. With strong currents, bullwhip kelp, underwater rock pillars, and white sharks, it’s no wonder how it won this title. This spot is also known to have some of the most dangerous waves in the world. With no foliage, their limbs and trunks create an ominous silhouette. The sun-bleached Monterey cypress trees at Pescadero point are eerie and spooky. With stunning views of the course back dropped by the ocean and forest, it’s truly a beautiful course to experience if you’re in the area. Spyglass Hill is open to the public and is known for its challenging course. If golf is one of your passions, make sure you save time to stop at one of Pebble Beach’s golf courses. Witness harbor seals, sea lions, and many shorebirds at these landmarks.īird Rock on 17-Mile Drive Spyglass Hill Golf Course This stop is a mesmerizing point of interest, especially on windy days.īoth points of interest are great spots to see marine and bird life. Make sure you stop and to watch the choppy, crashing waves at The Restless Sea. Spanish Bay in Pebble Beach The Restless Sea Its pristine shoreline is the perfect backdrop for a picnic, and is a wonderful place to take a long stroll at sunset. Spanish Bay Beach is an idyllic beach that connects to Asilomar State Beach in Pacific Grove to the north and Moss Beach to the south. Attractions are numbered with signs so keep an eye out for them as you drive through.Ī fun fact that connects us to this beach is that Gaspar de Portola, the Spanish explorer that is the Portola Hotel & Spa’s namesake, camped here with his crew in 1769 while searching for Monterey Bay. No matter which way you enter, you’ll still be able to see all that Pebble Beach as at offer. You can enter through any of their five gates including access points in Pacific Grove and Carmel. This week, we look at this stretch of road and highlight some of the stops.Īdmission into 17-Mile Drive is $11.25 per vehicle. This road is one of the most scenic drives in California with sweeping views of the coast, beautiful cypress trees, and many points of interest to take in along the way. Pebble Beach is a stunning part of Monterey County, which is home to 17-Mile Drive.