Jack's Peak Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.

Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.

Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.

Monastery Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Top hotels in Jack's Peak

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hotel was perfect. We celebrated anniversary without kids and it was perfect!
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Room was comfortable and clean Ighting in bathroom was somewhat dim. Solid location. Food in the hotel restaurant was poor.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
great location in Monterey, the views from the ocean side of the property is stunning.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Clean room. Very small. No AC. Friendly staff. Self parking across the street much better deal than hotel parking. Convenient location. Tasty coffee 😊
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Pillows were not comfortable.
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Stargazer Inn and Suites
Great staff.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Jack's Peak

High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rancho Rio Vista
While Rancho Rio Vista isn't home to many top sights, The Barnyard and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Jack's Peak Travel Guide
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Monterey Bay
- 17-Mile Drive
- Cannery Row
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- California State University Monterey Bay
- Asilomar State Beach
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Carmel Plaza
- Marina State Beach
- Del Monte Golf Course
- Los Padres National Forest
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Golden State Theatre
- Marina Dunes Preserve
- Bixby Bridge
- Naval Postgraduate School