Is The Scenic 17 Mile Drive along the California Coast Worth It? Oh, yes, it definitely is!
On our recent trip to Carmel-by-the-Sea, we were delighted to find that we were only a mile from the entrance to the Scenic 17 Mile Drive which winds through the Pebble Beach area. It truly is a magnificent drive, especially along the coast. We did the drive three times, and had very different experiences. The first time we drove by ourselves, and it was a sunny, perfect day with the bluest skies and sea you could ever hope for. The second time we went with friends, and it was very foggy, and had a different type of beauty…almost forlorn, I would say. Our third drive was to famous Spanish Bay, where the first rate golf course closes each night with a Bagpiper, walking from the 3rd Hole to the Club, at sunset. I will say it is absolutely the best way to spend a sunset in Pebble Beach!
The drive in the mist gave our second drive a mystical aura!
This cottage has the most amazing roof, so bright in the sun!
Is The Scenic 17 Mile Drive along the California Coast Worth It? Oh, yeah! Definitely!
The 17 Mile Drive is one of my favorites. Love your pics especially the bagpiper. I will be sure to pin some.
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That is such a beautiful area of California and there is so much beauty on that 17 mile drive, no matter what the weather! I will say there is nothing quite like hearing the bagpipper come up from the beach. A truly magical expierence!
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It is, isn’t it? I love California.
These photos are stunning. You should seriously consider a coffee table book of travel photso and another on water.
This drive is one we are planning with our motorcycles. Seeing actual photos, I can’t wait.
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I agree with Doreen. I see both a scuba and land coffee table book in your future. Thank you for sharing! What a wonderful trip, with such beauty, and friendship. I love how you live life to the fullest!
I certainly do my best! Antarctica in January!!! Back to Indonesia in February!
Stunning photos Tam and I am partial to a piper! I’ve heard of Carmel by the Sea but have never visited during our trips to the US. I’m putting it on my list.
Absolutely one of the most awesome areas on the planet!
I lived at the corner of 17 Mile Drive and Lighthouse in PG and then two blocks up from Spanish Bay in PG and also in Carmel. So it’s always fun to see check out your gorgeous images.
and you LEFT? It is heaven!
These pictures are gorgeous! Thank you for sharing them. I must make a trip to Carmel by the Sea!
It is just so fabulous. Carmel, Pebble Beach and Monterey are so close together!
gorgeous photos as always Tam – I had to pin the piper and the sunset! Also great that you had wonderful friends to share it all with.
Yes, it was a fabulous trip!
Such a special place. We have so many of the same photos – although yours are much more professional looking!
Thanks for saying that, but honestly, how could anyone take a bad photo there?