town.pacific grove

lodging
"Pacific Grove benefits by one of those happy accidents of nature that gladden the heart, excite the imagination, and instruct the young." --John Steinbeck's Sweet Thursday. Monarch Butterflies make their seasonal visit to this mild climate coastline. From October thru December they can be seen hanging from trees by the thousands. Best viewing is mid-day when the sun is out.

elevation: 55'

population: 16,100

zip code: 93950

Coastal

terrain:
Peninsula, point & cliffs

location:
Monterey County
W of Monterey
off Hwy. 1

recreation:

beaches

Village Shops

golf

parks, forests, rivers & lakes:

Manresa State Beach

Campgrounds
To make a campground reservation nearby click below

description:
Beach village on the peninsula; with Victorian homes, restaurants, shops & galleries. Golf, museums and plenty ocean for everyone.

local links:

Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce
Corner of Central & Forest Ave
831-373-3304
800-656-6650
http://www.pacificgrove.org

The Monterey Bay Shoreline Guide (Uc Press/Monterey Bay Aquarium Series in Marine Conservation)

Amazon.com's Price: $14.93

Kelp Forests (Monterey Bay Aquarium Natural History Series)

The Deep Sea (Monterey Bay Aquarium Natural History Series)

A Field Guide to the Monterey Bay Aquarium

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