McWay Falls
(Point of Interest)
ANY
MED
YES
Difficulty: ⭐
Scenery: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Region: Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
When to Go: Year-Round
Parking: Small paved lot
Pass: California Explorer, Golden Poppy or $10 day-use fee
Know Before You Go:
As of 2021 only a portion of this viewpoint is accessible but you can still see the waterfall cascading directly into the ocean.
The entrance fee is cash only and there is a dropbox at the trailhead - alternatively, you can purchase a pass before arriving.
Waterfalls that cascade directly into the ocean are sometimes called Tidefalls and there are only three in the entire US.
This park experiences frequent closures due to wildfire and storm activity. Be sure to check the state park website for recent closures before heading out.
