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    Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
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    52801 California State Route 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
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    A breathtaking 80-foot waterfall dropping from the cliffs to the ocean... read more

    A breathtaking 80-foot waterfall dropping from the cliffs to the ocean is the focal point of this park.

    Maryland
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    “Beautiful short hike to McWay falls”
    Reviewed March 13, 2006

    Julia Pfeiffer Burns SP has the BEST 20-30 minute (roundtrip) hike along the Big Sur coastline. McWay falls can be seen from the "Waterfall trail." It is a little waterfall that pours right onto the beach. You park on the east side of Highway 1, and walk thru the tunnel, then it's a flat walk to see the beautiful cove.... More 

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