Monterey Peaceful Pictures

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This charming oceanfront town is a perfect day-trip for art, food and relaxation. 

Stroll along a meandering trail to encounter sand dunes and a former military site beneath an array of impressive cliffs.

Wander amid the rock pools, sand dunes and forests of this special place and you’ll understand why its name translates to “refuge by the sea.” 

Stroll along a meandering trail to encounter sand dunes and a former military site beneath an array of impressive cliffs.

This wildlife sanctuary, a magnet for nature lovers and artists, is a jewel of the California State Park system. 

Stroll along a meandering trail to encounter sand dunes and a former military site beneath an array of impressive cliffs.

Stroll along a meandering trail to encounter sand dunes and a former military site beneath an array of impressive cliffs.

This wildlife sanctuary, a magnet for nature lovers and artists, is a jewel of the California State Park system. 

Hike, camp or picnic among the redwood trees, waterfalls and dramatic coastal cliffs that have inspired artists, poets and writers for the past century.