Nestled between rolling hills and vineyards, the trails in Carmel showcase the region’s natural beauty, with lush meadows, towering redwoods, and sun-drenched valleys. Hiking in Carmel Valley is a perfect blend of tranquility and adventure, allowing you to explore hidden gems like Garland Ranch Regional Park or Palo Corona Regional Park. The moderate climate ensures enjoyable hikes year-round, while the captivating views of the Santa Lucia Mountains and Carmel River create a rejuvenating escape. Join us and feel the serenity of Carmel Valley’s trails, where every step unveils a new vista, making it an unforgettable destination for nature enthusiasts and avid hikers alike.
What you get on this adventure:
What’s not included:
The best thing about hiking in Carmel is that there are incredible options for all skill levels. Your guides will accommodate your skill level and preferences and find the most suitable trails in the area. Keep in mind, the weather in summer can be very hot and you’ll also be packing a daypack filled with water and other things you’ll need throughout the day.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and pricing
Hiking in Carmel can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Carmel-by-the-Sea, most people fly into San Jose, just an hour away from your meeting point. From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle service.
Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the guide shop or a predetermined location. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance.
With medical insurance, if you have an accident or medical emergency on or off the mountain, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more. Travel insurance covers canceled flights, natural disasters and other scenarios that may interrupt your travel plans.
We also expect you to respect local regulations and take measures to protect yourselves, your guides, and the communities you’re traveling to. For more information on travel recommendations and restrictions in California please refer to the California Official State Visitor’s Guide and Travel Planner.
If you need assistance selecting the right insurance for your group, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Day Trips Cancellations
Fully refundable within the initial 48 hours from booking, unless the trip date is less than 7 days from the time of the booking.
Cancellations up to 7 days prior to the trip date are refundable 100%.
Cancellations within 7 days prior to the trip date are non-refundable.
Steve, We so enjoyed our guided hike with you. You truly have a gift for bringing the nature, history and folklore of Big Sur to life. The hidden untrampled pockets you showed us and the entertaining and interesting stories made our time in Big Sur all the more magical.