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Monterey County

Gibson Beach – China Cove loop from Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo

Hiking trails & Routes

Monterey County

Gibson Beach – China Cove loop from Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo

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4.7

(4390)

18,508

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Gibson Beach – China Cove loop from Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo

02:01

7.57km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

511 m

Monastery Beach

Highlight • Beach

Some supposedly dangerous waves leave this idyllic soft sandy beach almost deserted, perfect for a lonely stroll: keep an alert eye out for those sneaky killer waves and observe the seals and abundant birds

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2

1.86 km

Point Lobos State Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful Marine and coastal park, free for bikers

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3

2.49 km

South Plateau Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The South Plateau Trail is an almost 2-mile long trail that winds through Monterey Pine forest. There is no too much elevation gain and the trail is considered a relatively straightforward trail.

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4

3.16 km

Gibson Beach

Highlight • Beach

One of the very pretty and numerous beaches of this Marine Park.

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5

4.24 km

China Cove

Highlight • Beach

The calm waters attract many marine mammals. You can easily observe them here.

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6

4.40 km

Bird Island Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Bird Island Trail offers a wonderful experience with views of Bird Island, pine forests, and turquoise rugged coastal views and rocky shores.

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B

7.57 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.84 km

2.20 km

357 m

172 m

Surfaces

4.76 km

2.30 km

336 m

100 m

< 100 m

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