Very easy parking, great staff to answer any questions and show you the trails and very well maintained. It was dry when we were there so we didn't get to see the waterfall, but it was still a lovely hike. Trails from beginner to advanced.

Wonderful hiking trails. Beautiful vistas. I have been hiking in Garland for 25 years. I have hiked with young children and older folks. There are trails for all levels of hiking.

We started at the entrance off Boronda Road as we knew it would not be as crowded as the main park entrance. We went up Verdeen trail and came upon a rattle snake that was not getting off the trail. We went back to the...More

This park is near to Carmel Valley, and has plenty of trails to choose from, requiring varying degrees of effort. Bridle paths abound for those that like horse riding. Good signage information at points to show different plants and trees. Loan maps available at the...More

This is a wonderful spot. Good free parking, a crystal clear river to paddle your feet in after a long hike, and a great visitor centre with so much info. There are restrooms, too. We did a six mile loop up and down. Up via...More

Garland Park is a great place for walks and hikes on the Monterey Peninsula. This dog- and horse-friendly site features trails that span the shaded Carmel River, stands of cottonwoods and sycamore on an old floodplain, and trails that climb into oak- and maple-studded foothills...More

You can hike easily and comfortably on mainly flat walks or you can pick something more challenging. It's all available here. Beautiful scenery, water falls (when it's not dried out), and many varied hikes. (The lower trails tend to have lots of dog walkers, but...More