Hot Springs Creek Beach At Esalen Institute

The Esalen Institute Hot Springs frequently organizes spiritual, philosophical, and academic programs including internships, lectures, and conferences. The institute has many facilities for accommodation and recreation for guests and the participants of these programs including a pool, a spa, a bookstore, a farm and a garden, an art center, and hot springs. The institute is named after the Native American Esselen tribe which used to live around this part of the Big Sur Hot Springs Esalen region during the Pre-Columbian era. Many pre-Columbian archaeological sites have been found in the area around the institute.

If you are looking for a beach with unrestricted recreational access, Limekiln State Park has an idyllic, easily accessible beach that is only a 20-minute drive from here

Unfortunately, Hot Springs Creek Beach at Esalen Institute is currently inaccessible as the blufftop area above it is fenced off. In addition, the bluff sides around the beach are very steep and rocky, making any attempt to access the beach dangerous. The Esalen Institute is located near 55000 Pacific Coast Highway.

There are many attractions near Hot Spring Creek beach at Esalen Institute within a 25-minute drive. The New Camaldoli Hermitage has lush public gardens that offer an incredible view of the Pacific Ocean. Henry Miller Memorial Library is dedicated to the memory of the renowned author Henry Miller and also serves as a gallery/performance space, hosting many exciting events throughout the year (particularly between May and October) including film screenings, live music performances, the Big Sur International Short Film Screening Series, and the Esalen Gazebo School Benefit. If you are looking for another attraction near Hot Springs Creek Beach at Esalen Institute, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is situated at the base of the Santa Lucia Mountains and has a variety of hiking trails that offer a memorable way to explore the vibrant flora and fauna of the Big Sur region.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Hot Springs Creek Beach at Esalen Institute within a 20-minute drive. Nepenthe is a renowned upscale restaurant that offers a dining area with a pleasant view of the Big Sur coastline and serves delicious California cuisine with Mediterranean influences. In addition, the restaurant has hosted a number of famous actors, writers, and artists including Ernest Hemmingway, Clint Eastwood, and Man Ray. Lucia Lodge Restaurant was awarded TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice award in 2020 and offers a pleasant oceanfront dining experience. In addition, the restaurant also serves great seafood and sandwiches. If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near Hot Springs Creek Beach at Esalen Institute, the modestly priced Big Sur Deli offers excellent sandwiches served in generous portions.

If you are looking for a hotel near Hot Springs Creek Beach at Esalen Institute, there are many great options within a 25-minute drive. The 5-Star Ventana Big Sur offers many amenities including a restaurant, a clothing-optional pool, a sauna, a fitness center, a spa, complimentary breakfast, wine-and-cheese receptions, and yoga and tai-chi classes. A more affordable hotel is the 3-Star Big Sur Lodge, which offers many amenities including a pool, a bar, a general store, a coffee shop, and a restaurant. If you are looking for another good hotel near Hot Springs Creek Beach at Esalen Institute, the modestly priced 2-Star Lucia Lodge offers many amenities including a restaurant, a deck, a patio, complimentary breakfast, and a seasonal convenience store with a gift shop.