town.pacific grove

Pacific Grove is nicknamed "Butterfly Town, USA" - due to the monarchs

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 high above.

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pacific grove, California

elevation: 55'

population: 16,100

zip code: 93950

Coastal

terrain:
peninsula, point & cliffs

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location:
Monterey County
W of Monterey
off Hwy. 1

Pacific Grove
lodging

recreation:

beaches

biking & rentals

village shops

golfing

17 Mile Drive

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History

Monarch Groves

parks, forests, rivers & lakes:

Manresa State Beach

Fremont Peak State Park

Los Padres National Forest

Pacific Grove Monarch Sanctuary

Point Pinos Lighthouse

Pacific Grove Marine Gardens Park

Perkins Park

Caledonia Park

Chase Park

Elmarie Dyke Open Space

pacific grove campgrounds

Big Sur State Park Campground
Fremont Peak Camping
Sunset State Beach Campground
Manresa State Beach Camping
New Brighton State Beach Campground

description:
Upscale coastal village on a peninsula; with Victorian homes, restaurants, shops & galleries. Golf, museums and plenty ocean views for everyone.

nearby towns:
Monterey
Marina
Watsonville
Santa Cruz
Carmel
Big Sur

local links:

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

Pacific Grove City
Pacific Grove Art Center
Passionfish
NPR: KAZU FM 90.3

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