Why is McWay Falls closed?


Why is McWay Falls closed? The trail passes under the highway and then heads north around McWay Cove, overlooking the waterfall, and beach that was created by a 1983 land slide. The McWay Falls Overlook Trail is closed at the halfway point due to trail erosion that has caused dangerous conditions.


Why was Pfeiffer Falls trail closed?

The gorge section of the Pfeiffer Falls Trail was closed after two major forest fires in 2008.


Can you walk on Pfeiffer Beach?

Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur Water from the creek to your left forms a long pool in the sand in front of you, which you can easily walk around (or through). To your left, a crescent-shaped arc of sand is backed by tall sea cliffs.