What is the best time to visit Big Sur?

Although ideal in any season, the best time to visit Big Sur is from the warmer months of April to November. However, the state of California is always at risk of wildfires during dry seasons in June and July. The wet seasons can cause mud and rock slides which can block the single-lane roads for days. March through May can still be fairly rainy but they’re the best times to see the blooming flora, the birth of sea otter pups, and the gray whale migration. The best time for families to visit is between June and August as the temperatures are high and pleasant. Many state parks organize education activities such as nature walks, campfire sessions, and youth programs. 

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One of the accommodations at the Treebones campsite and resort in Big Sur
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park after fire
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