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Asilomar Beach View
4.8 ★★★★★ 734 Google reviews · Running trail in Pacific Grove, California · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Asilomar Beach View's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Beach known for tide pools and wildlife sightings, including otters and seals.
What runners say about Asilomar Beach View
“The Asilomar Beach View and Boardwalk in Pacific Grove offers one of the most peaceful and scenic coastal walks on the Monterey Peninsula.”
“The Asilomar Beach View and Boardwalk in Pacific Grove offers one of the most peaceful and scenic coastal walks on the Monterey Peninsula.”
Great beach to visit and see tide pools! I came here after going to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, and honestly I enjoyed the beach more. The beach was very clean (please pick up after yourself and keep it that way), and it was free. No parking fees either.
Where serenity meets the sea. The Asilomar Beach View and Boardwalk in Pacific Grove offers one of the most peaceful and scenic coastal walks on the Monterey Peninsula. Wooden paths wind gently through dunes and wildflowers, opening to sweeping views of white sand beaches and the rhythmic crash of Pacific waves.
It's breathtakingly beautiful and what I appreciate most is the attention to creating a walking space for all. My ankles aren't the best and I really enjoyed my nice long walk along the coastline. It's great seeing families enjoying the tide pools!!
This is our favorite beach in CA. It is so beautiful, and there is so much to see and explore. It's perfect for a walk, to sit and watch the water, or climb and see new things. It's our favorite place!
Trail conditions & character
“The Asilomar Beach View and Boardwalk in Pacific Grove offers one of the most peaceful and scenic coastal walks on the Monterey Peninsula.”
“The Asilomar Beach View and Boardwalk in Pacific Grove offers one of the most peaceful and scenic coastal walks on the Monterey Peninsula.”
“Parking can be a challenge, but even if you have to park a little ways out, it's a nice walk; the surrounding area is beautiful.”
“The Asilomar Beach View and Boardwalk in Pacific Grove offers one of the most peaceful and scenic coastal walks on the Monterey Peninsula.”
Plan your run at Asilomar Beach View
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitepacificgrove.org
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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