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Ventana Wilderness (Big Sur) — California, USA

Ventana Wilderness (Big Sur)

A 240,000-acre Coast Range wilderness of redwood canyons and chaparral ridges above Big Sur.

Where on earth

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Region
California, USA
Country
United States
Biome
Coast redwood / chaparral (0–1,600 m)
Best season
November – April
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering
  • Sea Kayaking
  • Beachcombing
  • Hot Springs

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Coast redwood / chaparral (0–1,600 m)
  • Best season: November – April
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

A 240,000-acre Coast Range wilderness of redwood canyons and chaparral ridges above Big Sur.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: November – April

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Coast redwood / chaparral (0–1,600 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
Coast redwood / chaparral (0–1,600 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Ventana Wilderness (Big Sur)

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Last verified: 1970-01-01