Natural Bridges State Beach
Current Crowd Level
š”Moderate
Some visitors, parking usually available
Best: Weekday mornings
Natural Bridges is famous for two things: its iconic natural rock arch carved by the sea, and the largest monarch butterfly overwintering colony in California. From October through February, tens of thousands of monarchs cluster in the eucalyptus grove. Year-round, the park's tidepools are among the most accessible and richest in the Monterey Bay area.
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Entrance Fee
Free
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Permits
Not Needed
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Dogs
Not Allowed
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Accessibility
Accessible
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