Bird Island Lookout — Attraction in Monterey

This is another picturisque lookout in Point Lobos. On the way you'll come across China Cove with white sandy beach and emerald green water, keyhole rocks, seal and its baby (if you are as lucky as I was), pelicans, falcons, tiny flowers, unique trees and iceburg like white rocks with hundreds of birds. Try to click them when they fly in a flock.

One issue is that the rocks are farther away than the ones visible from North Shore trail. So unless you have a high power camera, it's hard to enjoy the birds view. I could capture better bird images from North Shore trail.

When you are about to reach, you'll see the beautiful Gibson Beach on your left. The access was possibly restricted when I visited because there was no one down there.

There is so much to see and I felt like spending half an hour. But the heat might drive you away sooner than...

Short trail/route to the bird Island, no difficulties. Along the trip pass a cove/beach where you can possibly see seals (and their babies). The Bird Island is full of Brandt's cormorants, with possibly also some pelicans or seagulls. The view is nice and you can get a really good view of the birds. Parking is limited, although there is some additional parking just earlier along the road. Entering Point Lobos State Park costs $10, but you can also use this ticket to park in Big Sur State Park (on...

Do not miss this trail! It was my favorite in Point Lobos. Short, but stunning. The first part takes you past China Cove. I recommend going on a clear day so you can see the turquoise hues of the water. Then it loops around to a beach (which we saw a deer on!) and the breathtaking feature that is Bird Island. I’ve never seen so many birds in my life! It truly is mind-blowing. Saw some harbor seals as well basking...