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Pfeiffer Falls – Pfeiffer Falls Trail loop from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

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Monterey County

Pfeiffer Falls – Pfeiffer Falls Trail loop from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

Easy

3.0

(27)

28

hikers

Pfeiffer Falls – Pfeiffer Falls Trail loop from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

00:51

2.62km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 14, 2026

Waypoints

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1

977 m

Landscape View

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

977 m

Valley View Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot boasts tremendous views of the Big Sur Valley, Andrew Molera State Park and Point Sur. There is a bench to sit, relax, take photos, or just enjoy the scenery.

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1.44 km

Valley View and Pfeiffer Falls Trail Junction

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Take the fork to the left from here to continue another 300 feet to the Valley View Overlook. Taking a right will lead you to the 60-foot Pfeiffer Falls; however, …

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4

1.73 km

Pfeiffer Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Certainly a not-so-impressive waterfall, but such a nice path to get there.

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5

2.07 km

Pfeiffer Falls Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The stairs are a great hike through the redwoods.

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2.62 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.59 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.85 km

744 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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