Big Sur area site - 010101paradise
Big Sur area site - 010101paradise
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Many people who don't know the area think that they can easily walk down to the beach and be married in front of these falls. THIS IS NOT THE CASE! This site is a tourist attraction and there is a specified path above the falls that must be stayed on. It's a dramatic and beautiful overlook area in which to be wed, but it's NOT a toes-in-the sand beach.
It's less than a 10-minute walk from the parking lot (under the highway through a pedestrian tunnel) to access the overlook. The path is handicapped accessible.
Another feature of this site is that it offers opportunities for photos with both ocean and redwood backdrops. This means that you can have a variety of backgrounds without having to add on extra photography time.
No dogs allowed at this site and a permit does not guarantee exclusivity. Note: this is a very populated site; there will be tourists milling about.
Due to the high volume of visitors to this site and the extreme shortage of parking, we only offer ceremonies here in the off season (November through March). Weekdays only.
What we love about this site:
Gorgeous waterfall.
Ocean and redwood backdrops for photos.
Potential drawbacks of this site
No dogs allowed.
No beach access.
Permit does not guarantee exclusivity.
The site is very crowded.
Accessibility
Parking: 30-35 parking spaces. Parking can be VERY challenging at this site--particularly on summer weekends. If you have guests, you will need to carpool or utilize a shuttle service.
Access from parking: Accessible for most. Once you go down a set of 12-15 stairs, it's a flat walk over a dirt path to the falls.
Additional Logistics
Dogs: no.
Bathrooms: yes.
Suitable for children: yes.
Max vehicles accommodated: There is a parking lot for this site, but it tends to fill quickly. With a larger group, we strongly recommend carpooling or a shuttle service.
Max number of guests at this site: 20.
Type of site: public, reservable.
Availability: November through March. Weekdays only.
Reservations and Fees
$10/vehicle day use fee.
A permit is required. The $500 fee can be rolled into your package price with us, and we'll obtain the permit for you. We'll also provide the mandatory State of California Liability insurance under our own policy at no additional cost to you.
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Location
Note: place marker is approximate; the actual location will be provided upon booking.
Big Sur Calendar of Events
IMPORTANT: be sure to check the calendar of events for the dates you're considering before you submit your date to us. Local events can impact traffic and the accessibility of your site.
Big Sur Average Temperature and Precipitation
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