17-Mile Drive, Monterey

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#1 of 435 in Scenic Drive in United States

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A scenic road winding its way over the Monterey Peninsula, 17-Mile Drive runs along the Pacific coastline and passes several well-known golf courses and private mansions. Serving as the main road of a gated community, this drive features several scenic overlooks where you can take in unobstructed views of the region's mountains and beaches. Once inside the community's gates, follow the posted signs and red lines painted on the pavement to stay on the route. For street views and a list of nearby attractions, check out the interactive map provided on the official website. Make 17-Mile Drive part of your personalized Monterey itinerary using our Monterey trip itinerary tool.

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17-Mile Drive reviews

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4.6

By DawnC822

This was a beautiful drive. The views were beautiful. It was well worth the $11.25. The Visitor Center was worth a stop too. We were fortunate enough to see an otter.

This was a beautiful drive. The views were beautiful. It was well worth the $11.25. The Visitor Center was worth a stop too. We were fortunate enough to see an otter. more »
By Retiredbeanctr

Wonderful drive with great views and spots to pull off, the map they give you was quite well done - was fun to see all the houses and golf courses also

Wonderful drive with great views and spots to pull off, the map they give you was quite well done - was fun to see all the houses and golf courses also more »
By marieeSosa415

I could have spent all day here. The exhibits were stunning, so much variety and so very well kept. Definitely a must do in the area.

I could have spent all day here. The exhibits were stunning, so much variety and so very well kept. Definitely a must do in the area. more »

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By Tatevik Holikyan

It is an amazing nature. A pleasure driving, stopping and walking and enjoying …just a heaven. Beautiful especially in April, all the flowers are in blossom. Sunset is beautiful. Only it would be great if the entrance payment would work for the whole day. We exit for lunch with my family and came back again, we paid again. ( a car entry costs $11.25)

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By DARRIS HD

Such a great drive! So mind relaxing and scenery is just amazing.. anyone trying to just clear their mind check this drive out. Lots to see from nice coves to animals birds and also great spot to take lots of photos.. last time we went we saw whales but kinda in a distance .. highly would recommend it

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By Jenny Fall

17 Mile Drive is such a beautiful scenic drive to enjoy California's beautiful and diverse landscape. The glorious Pacific Ocean can be seen throughout a nice portion of 17 Mile Drive as well as gentle rolling hills, trees, flowers, and meadows where deer graze. What makes this drive so special is the amazing variety of trees that one can see along with the coastline. There are Cypress trees, Pines, and even some Redwoods. I highly recommend experiencing this drive!

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By Sumeet Jain

It’s an amazing driving experience with exotic view of Pacific Ocean on one side and lavish homes on other. You will find waves, cliffs, stones, sand, birds, sunrise, sunset. It’s has breathtaking views, calming environment, amazing curves, peaceful vibes. It is must do thing for motorcycle riders and people with convertibles. Suggestions: take a warm jacket if you are going in winters and it’s too windy n chilly in winters.

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By Kira L'Heureux

Bring a sweatshirt or windbreaker cuz it’s always windy! A fun way to spend half a day. Some stops more worth it than others. I went while 2 stops were closed for seal pupping season but the rest made it worth it. There is a walking trail between spots 6-8 which is more fun than driving. Saw many deer, birds, seals. Fancy shops near the main golf part. Lots of VERY friendly squirrels. Bathrooms limited at the stops.

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