Perkins Park Vista Point — Attraction in Pacific Grove

There are a lot of very cute harbor seals, some of which are very friendly, if you swim out here, be prepared to be approached by the curious and sometimes playful seals. Remember to be respectful, and try not to disturb the seals, do not approach resting seals if they stare hard at you, they will bail. BE QUIET, and do not splash around, don't touch a seal unless it touches you. If physically interacting with a wild seal: be as quiet as a mouse, be gentle, act playful or relaxed, seals are very, very quiet and gentle, unlike their California Sea Lion counterparts. if a resting seal does not tense up if you approach slowly, you may get up close if swimming, but still be very respectful, and don't try to pet it unless it slips into the water and greets you. Remember that it is unlawful to pursue, harass, kill, or harm wild seals in any way under the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1971. Be respectful, play safe, and have fun with the harbor seals by watching them from above, snorkeling, swimming...

Gorgeous underrated park just south of famous Lover’s Point. There is street parking, arrive early. Fabulous and creative stone walkway down to the beach. Sand is pristine and lots of wildlife to watch, cormorants, otters etc. Also a sweeping view north of all the fishing boats in the Monterey Bay, and then there’s the magic carpet of ice plants. Tons of wildflowers in the Spring. I’m an artist with a studio in the Bay Area, and I paint this scene...

Beautiful spot to enjoy the views accompanied with beautiful flowers (in spring of course) and a path to walk around and take nice pictures. There are parking spot along the road as well as a small lot in the very center of the park. There are some benches along the way to seat and enjoy the views/sounds of the sea....