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Carmel, California
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The park is one of the few places where you can find the endangered Monterey Indian paintbrush, a vibrant wildflower native to the area.
Garrapata State Park offers a great chance to spot sea otters playing in the kelp beds just off the coast.
The park features dramatic coastal cliffs and rock formations shaped by millions of years of geological activity.
Garrapata State Park was once part of the Rancho San Jose y Sur Chiquito, a Mexican land grant from the 19th century.
The park encompasses a variety of habitats, including coastal scrub, redwood groves, and chaparral, supporting a wide range of wildlife.
Garrapata State Park offers over two miles of hiking trails with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Lucia Mountains.
The park is part of the California State Parks system, which aims to preserve natural and cultural resources for future generations.
