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I was looking for a quick escape this Memorial Day weekend and couldn’t decide where to go for some easy, scenic trails to relax and unwind. Luckily, I came across Nacimiento-Fergusson Road in Big Sur, California, thanks to a YouTube video and ON X maps. The road had just recently reopened, and to top it off, I ran into a fellow forum member while I was out there.
At first I went up a road called Los Burros. It’s a well-graded dirt road that winds through the majestic hills and leads to a junction where you can access both the Central Coast Trail and the South Coast Trail and the Nacimiento-Fergusson. I took my time exploring every little nook and cranny I was allowed to venture into and had an absolute blast.
I showed up on Thursday and I only saw one other camper on my way in. I found the spot I was looking for and it was absolutely fantastic.
While putting the drone up for a quick shot, I noticed someone walking into the frame and ended up chatting with him. After realizing the wind was a bit rough at that particular spot, he invited me to hang out at his campsite, which offered better shelter from the wind—plus beers.
The next morning, I got up early to catch the sunrise and was eager to try the South Coast Trail. It turned out to be a pretty long section, and while I started off strong, I only made it a few miles before deciding to turn back. The brush was so overgrown that the constant scratching on my paint started to drive me crazy, especially knowing how much trail was left. I’d never seriously considered getting limb risers or a wrap until that trail.
I got about this far and turned around.
From there I went to Monterey to drive down to the other side of the closure on pch and enjoyed a very pleasant drive and horse ride.
From there I went on a road called Coast road next to to the famous Bixby Bridge. This was a great drive on a graded dirt road through James J Hill property which extends for about 10-15 miles.
Along the roadway you can see the roots to these Giant red wood trees.
The coastal commission only allows the inheritor of the property ranching rights.
Nap time
The next day I decided to head back up to the Nac Ferg and try some of the offshoot trails I saw on my Gaia maps.
Most of them were overgrown with little payoff for me except for scratched paint. This one did lead to what looked like a great hiking trail.
From there I went back up to some of the campsites I saw the first day off of the central cost trail and by now all were filled. I asked if I could make a little breakfast at one of the sites and the hosts were gracious enough to let me cook some breakfast while taking in the views.
It was time to make my way home before the traffic jams set in.
On my way back home I was looking at Gaia maps and desperately searching for some other coastal trails or some road but didn't have much luck. I did however find Jalama Beach County Park, which is now bookmarked for future camping.
And I also stumbled upon a fantastic restaurant I highly recommend and what seems to be a favorite with NASA employees.
The restaurants inventory is just outside.
I had a great time on this trip and came back sore but smiling. Turns out, riding a horse in real life isn’t nearly as easy as it is in Red Dead Redemption.
At first I went up a road called Los Burros. It’s a well-graded dirt road that winds through the majestic hills and leads to a junction where you can access both the Central Coast Trail and the South Coast Trail and the Nacimiento-Fergusson. I took my time exploring every little nook and cranny I was allowed to venture into and had an absolute blast.
I showed up on Thursday and I only saw one other camper on my way in. I found the spot I was looking for and it was absolutely fantastic.
While putting the drone up for a quick shot, I noticed someone walking into the frame and ended up chatting with him. After realizing the wind was a bit rough at that particular spot, he invited me to hang out at his campsite, which offered better shelter from the wind—plus beers.
The next morning, I got up early to catch the sunrise and was eager to try the South Coast Trail. It turned out to be a pretty long section, and while I started off strong, I only made it a few miles before deciding to turn back. The brush was so overgrown that the constant scratching on my paint started to drive me crazy, especially knowing how much trail was left. I’d never seriously considered getting limb risers or a wrap until that trail.
I got about this far and turned around.
From there I went to Monterey to drive down to the other side of the closure on pch and enjoyed a very pleasant drive and horse ride.
From there I went on a road called Coast road next to to the famous Bixby Bridge. This was a great drive on a graded dirt road through James J Hill property which extends for about 10-15 miles.
Along the roadway you can see the roots to these Giant red wood trees.
The coastal commission only allows the inheritor of the property ranching rights.
Nap time
The next day I decided to head back up to the Nac Ferg and try some of the offshoot trails I saw on my Gaia maps.
Most of them were overgrown with little payoff for me except for scratched paint. This one did lead to what looked like a great hiking trail.
From there I went back up to some of the campsites I saw the first day off of the central cost trail and by now all were filled. I asked if I could make a little breakfast at one of the sites and the hosts were gracious enough to let me cook some breakfast while taking in the views.
It was time to make my way home before the traffic jams set in.
On my way back home I was looking at Gaia maps and desperately searching for some other coastal trails or some road but didn't have much luck. I did however find Jalama Beach County Park, which is now bookmarked for future camping.
And I also stumbled upon a fantastic restaurant I highly recommend and what seems to be a favorite with NASA employees.
The restaurants inventory is just outside.
I had a great time on this trip and came back sore but smiling. Turns out, riding a horse in real life isn’t nearly as easy as it is in Red Dead Redemption.
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