Point Lobos State Natural Reserve – Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

#springitinerary Point Lobos in spring was pure coastal magic. The turquoise coves sparkled, sea otters floated in kelp beds, and the trails were flanked with blooming wildflowers. I hiked the Cypress Grove Trail and watched waves crash against rugged cliffs, all under a bluebird sky. Birds were nesting, and I even spotted a harbor seal pup! #springitinerary tip: arrive early — parking is limited but worth the effort. The combo of ocean, wildlife, and flowers in spring makes Point Lobos a must for any nature lover visiting the Central Coast.