#state-parks

#state-parks

Named after the legendary Big Sur female pioneer and rancher, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park stands out even among the rest of the region's attractions. The park features stands of centuries-old redwood trees and provides a haven for a variety of California wildlife, though it's best known for the 80-foot-high McWay Falls, an impressive cascade that drops directly from a sheer cliff to the sandy beach below.

On August 30, The Wall Street Journal reported that the State of California would not allow Malibu seafood institution the Reel Inn to rebuild on Pacific Coast Highway after the structure burned down in Los Angeles's Palisades Fire in January 2025. In a move that followed days of social media backlash, the California Department of Parks and Recreation issued a letter to Reel Inn on September 5 offering the possibility of reopening the restaurant on the property.

Valley of Fire State Park showcases stunning red Aztec sandstone formations, especially striking during sunrise and sunset, providing a perfect day trip from Las Vegas.

Honeymoon Island State Park offers over four miles of pristine beach ideal for wildlife sightings and shelling, giving a quieter alternative to developed beaches.