Pacific Grove Stories

10 Great Places To See Wildlife Near Santa Cruz

Crystal Birns

Monterey Bay is one of the richest marine parks in the world, and fertile waters draw wildlife of all shapes, sizes and species.

3 Ways to Fuel Your Days in Santa Cruz, California

Sara Sheehy

Explore local flavors in Santa Cruz.

4 Ways to Stay in Santa Cruz, California

Sara Sheehy

When you plan a getaway to adventurous Santa Cruz, picking your lodging is half the fun.

5 Experiences for Your Unforgettable Trip to Santa Cruz County, California

Sara Sheehy

Where the mountains meet the coast.

Seek Beauty on the Big Sur Coast

Sara Sheehy

Ruggedly perfect.

A Perfect Coastal Escape for the Holidays

Sara Sheehy

Celebrate at the refuge by the sea.

Slow Down and Explore Big Sur

The Outbound Collective

Adventures await with Big Sur Lodge as your basecamp.

Your Coastal Refuge in the Monterey Bay: Asilomar Hotel

The Outbound Collective

Old world charm and coastal adventures.

72 Hours of Food, Fun, and Outdoor Adventure in Monterey County

Mitch Pittman

Monterey County, the jewel of California's Central Coast, provides a veritable feast for any outdoor adventure enthusiast. From mountain biking, to whale watching, trail running, to staggering sunsets, this beautiful place has it all; not to mention some of the best food and wine selection anywhere in the world.

5 Pieces of Gear You Need for a Weekend Adventure in Monterey, California

Mitch Pittman

Everything you need to crush your trip to Monterey.

Over a Year after Massive Mudslide, Big Sur's Scenic Highway 1 Reopens

The Outbound Collective

Who's ready for a road trip on the coast?

5 Must-Do Adventures near Asilomar, California

Karissa Frye

"A Refuge by the Sea"

Exploring Big Sur, a Photographer's Dream

Rufino Martinez

Big Sur from Carmel to Pfeiffer State Park

5 Photos of Big Sur's Ever-Changing Seasons

Jovelyn Gruspe

There is no such thing as the perfect location in Big Sur.

Four Can't-Miss Santa Cruz Adventures

Lauren Sloss