| What is it? |
The Lone Cypress in Pebble Beach is the most photographed tree in the United States! |
| What makes it beautiful? |
The Lone Cypress resonates with a lot of people because of its resilience! It has withstood over two centuries of storms, arson, and even a younger cypress that tried to supplant it, clinging every tenaciously to the rocky crag that makes it so famous. It is a gorgeous location, especially for watching the sun rise, almost zen-like as it silently hovers over the crashing waves below! While the articifial braces and walls detract a little from the totally natural feel, it’s still a beautiful sight to behold! |
| How can I Help the Helpers? |
HERE’S HOW:
- Pay the entrance fee and contribute toward pathway and plant maintenance, sign design, and other visitor services!
- Donate to the Pebble Beach Company Foundation!
- Be a responsible visitor! Remember the old adages: Pack out what you pack in! Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints!
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| Where is this place? |
Parking to view the tree is on 17 Mile Drive, 0.6 miles west of the intersection with Cabrillo Road! That’s in Pebble Beach, CA 93953!
From Los Angeles: ~325mi (524km) — 5.5hrs
From Sacramento: ~191mi (308km) — 3.2hrs
From San Diego: ~445mi (717km) — 7.5hrs
From San Francisco: ~124mi (200km) — 2.1hrs |
| When should I go? |
Go any time you like, but go early, before the tourists arrive! |
