McWay Falls Big Sur: Guide to the 80-Foot Waterfall, Trail & Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

🌊 Rumble Description: Your Guide to Big Sur's Iconic Tidefall
🔥 Headline/Hook: Welcome to McWay Falls, one of the most stunning and famous sights on the entire Pacific Coast Highway! This is your complete guide to visiting Big Sur's picturesque 80-foot waterfall—a rare "tidefall" that plunges onto a pristine cove and into the turquoise Pacific Ocean.  

❓ The Conflict/Intrigue: McWay Falls is the postcard image of Big Sur, but what do you need to know before you go? This video cuts through the confusion to give you the essential details for your visit to Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park:

The amazing true story behind the beach: How a massive 1983 landslide actually created the sandy cove beneath the falls.

The difference between a waterfall and a tidefall, and when to visit to see the water crash directly into the ocean.

The simple, must-do walk along the McWay Falls Overlook Trail (a short, easy 0.6-mile round trip).  

🔑 Key Takeaways & Searchable Content: In this travel guide, you will learn:

Visitor Tips: Parking fees, safety rules, and why you cannot access the beach (it's closed to protect the fragile ecosystem!).

Historic Secrets: The foundation of the historic Waterfall House—the mansion that once stood on the viewpoint.  

Photography: The best time of day to capture the falls (late afternoon/sunset) for that famous golden-hour glow.

More to Explore: Other nearby gems in the park, like the Ewoldsen Trail and Partington Cove.