Carmel Valley Road / Monterey County Route G16

Though Monterey County’s coastal views may be its most famous, its inland vistas are also stunning. This windy excursion, with many twists and turns, will take you through the up-and-coming Carmel Valley wine region and past cattle ranches. You’ll get breathtaking views of valleys and the Santa Lucia Mountains. Start at Highway 1 and Carmel Valley Road, also known as County Road G16. You’ll pass Earthbound Farm, Folktale Winery, Garland Ranch Regional Park and several exceptional wineries as you begin your journey. Road trippers can easily make Carmel Valley Village the main destination on this excursion as several award-winning wine tasting rooms and exceptional restaurants are clustered in the walkable area.