Shepherd's Knoll: A Scenic Vista in Pebble Beach
Experience panoramic Monterey Bay views from Shepherd's Knoll, a scenic stop along Pebble Beach's 17-Mile Drive, steeped in history and natural beauty within the Del Monte Forest.
Shepherd's Knoll, located within the prestigious Pebble Beach community, offers breathtaking panoramic views of Monterey Bay. Despite its name, you won't find any sheep here; the name originates from Abraham D. Shepard, a railroad man who built the early scenic route. A typo on a 1929 map solidified the name. As a stop along the iconic 17-Mile Drive, Shepherd's Knoll provides an elevated vantage point to admire the coastline, city lights, and the natural beauty of the Del Monte Forest. It's a perfect spot to pause, breathe in the fresh air, and capture stunning photographs of the Monterey Peninsula.
A brief summary to Shepherd's Knoll
- Monterey, California, 93940, US
Local tips
- Visit during sunrise or sunset for the most dramatic lighting and photo opportunities over Monterey Bay.
- Combine your visit with a drive along the entire 17-Mile Drive to experience other iconic landmarks and scenic vistas.
- Bring binoculars to enhance your viewing of wildlife and distant landmarks across the bay.
Getting There
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Driving
From Highway 1, enter Pebble Beach via one of the five entrance gates. Note that a vehicle entry fee of $12.00 is required, which is reimbursable with a purchase of $35 or more at Pebble Beach Resorts restaurants (check current policies). Follow the signs for 17-Mile Drive. Shepherd's Knoll is a designated stop along the drive, located a short distance from the Highway 1 gate. Parking is available at the knoll.
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Public Transport
While there isn't direct public transport to Shepherd's Knoll, the Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) has bus lines that connect Carmel with the Highway 1 entrance to Pebble Beach. From there, you could walk a significant distance (approximately 3 miles) along 17-Mile Drive to reach Shepherd's Knoll, or consider a taxi/ride-share for the final leg. Keep in mind the $12.00 vehicle entry fee still applies, even if arriving by taxi/ride-share.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
From Monterey or Carmel, a taxi or ride-share (Uber/Lyft) can take you to Shepherd's Knoll. The fare will vary depending on the starting location, but expect to pay around $20-$30 for a one-way trip from Monterey. Remember to factor in the $12.00 vehicle entry fee for Pebble Beach, which the driver will likely add to the fare.
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