Timing guide for nature, price, and weather.

May–October brings warm coastal days, ocean views above the marine layer, and prime hiking along the southern Big Sur cliffs. November and March deliver gray whale migration and quiet coastal trails at ~15% lower rates.
Prime Window↓
from $450/nt↓
May–Oct
Warm coastal bluff weather · Ocean yurts & cliff trails
from $450/nt
Value Sweet Spot↓
from $390/nt↓
Nov & Mar
Whale migration, quiet coastal bluffs
from $390/nt
Trade-Off Window↓
from $368/nt↓
Dec–Feb
Winter ocean swell drama · Cozy yurt retreat
from $368/nt
Perched on a high ridge overlooking the ocean, this eco-resort features sixteen yurts on redwood decks. Built with canvas walls and wooden lattices, each yurt offers a rustic connection to the elements, complete with a private deck and mountain or ocean views. You are here to disconnect from cellular service and listen to the ocean breeze and the sounds of the coastal canyons below.
Access
4h from SFO
Ideal Stay
2 Nights
Insider Tip
Book a full ocean view yurt to watch the sunset directly from your private deck.
Seasonal Value
Balancing ideal conditions, value sweet spots, and seasonal trade-offs.
Rates reflect estimated monthly averages based on seasonal historical data
Priorities here are watching the sunset over the Pacific from your yurt deck, hiking the coastal bluffs, and dining on fresh sushi at the outdoor bar.
Year-round Constants
South Big Sur coastal cliffside, panoramic Pacific Ocean sightlines, coastal redwood canyons, and coastal sage scrub.
Seasons
Spring brings wildflower blooms along the ridge trails; autumn offers the clearest skies and most reliable sunset viewing over the ocean.
Oct Avg
$428/nt
Average nightly rate by month, based on published pricing. Hover a month to see its rate.
Data Source: Static Average Pricing
Driest
Jul
0.1" lowest rainfall
Avg High
64°F
Annual average
Standard seasonal shifts. Jul offers the clearest skies, while Sep brings the heat.
Most guests find Apr–May and Sep–Oct the most comfortable for outdoor activity.
Based on ideal temp (70-88°F) & low rainfall
Best Balance
Apr
Ideal mix of temp & rain
Sweat Index
Sep
70°F High (Peak)
Chill Factor
Jan
42°F Low (Pack layers)
Wettest
Feb
6.8" rain (Peak)
Drive Highway 1 south past Big Sur valley to the Gorda area. The driveway is a steep gravel climb that is easy to miss after dark. Highway 1 is subject to frequent winter slides and closures, which can cut off access from the north or south.
The famous on-site sushi bar has very limited seating and operates on a first-come, first-served basis for overnight guests. Check in early and head straight to the lodge to secure your dining slot.
Standard yurts do not have private bathrooms or showers. You must walk outside along gravel pathways to a central bathhouse, which is cold and dark at night. Canvas walls offer little sound isolation from wind and neighboring guests.
Timing guide for nature, price, and weather.

May–October brings warm coastal days, ocean views above the marine layer, and prime hiking along the southern Big Sur cliffs. November and March deliver gray whale migration and quiet coastal trails at ~15% lower rates.
Prime Window↓
from $450/nt↓
May–Oct
Warm coastal bluff weather · Ocean yurts & cliff trails
from $450/nt
Value Sweet Spot↓
from $390/nt↓
Nov & Mar
Whale migration, quiet coastal bluffs
from $390/nt
Trade-Off Window↓
from $368/nt↓
Dec–Feb
Winter ocean swell drama · Cozy yurt retreat
from $368/nt
Perched on a high ridge overlooking the ocean, this eco-resort features sixteen yurts on redwood decks. Built with canvas walls and wooden lattices, each yurt offers a rustic connection to the elements, complete with a private deck and mountain or ocean views. You are here to disconnect from cellular service and listen to the ocean breeze and the sounds of the coastal canyons below.
Access
4h from SFO
Ideal Stay
2 Nights
Insider Tip
Book a full ocean view yurt to watch the sunset directly from your private deck.
Seasonal Value
Balancing ideal conditions, value sweet spots, and seasonal trade-offs.
Rates reflect estimated monthly averages based on seasonal historical data
Book Treebones Resort through Wildist at direct rates, backed by dedicated travel advisor support.
Year-round Constants
South Big Sur coastal cliffside, panoramic Pacific Ocean sightlines, coastal redwood canyons, and coastal sage scrub.
Seasons
Spring brings wildflower blooms along the ridge trails; autumn offers the clearest skies and most reliable sunset viewing over the ocean.
Oct Avg
$428/nt
Data Source: Static Average Pricing
Driest
Jul
0.1" lowest rainfall
Avg High
64°F
Annual average
Most guests find Apr–May and Sep–Oct the most comfortable for outdoor activity.
Based on ideal temp (70-88°F) & low rainfall
Best Balance
Apr
Ideal mix of temp & rain
Sweat Index
Sep
70°F High (Peak)
Chill Factor
Jan
42°F Low (Pack layers)
Wettest
Feb
6.8" rain (Peak)
Drive Highway 1 south past Big Sur valley to the Gorda area. The driveway is a steep gravel climb that is easy to miss after dark. Highway 1 is subject to frequent winter slides and closures, which can cut off access from the north or south.
The famous on-site sushi bar has very limited seating and operates on a first-come, first-served basis for overnight guests. Check in early and head straight to the lodge to secure your dining slot.
Standard yurts do not have private bathrooms or showers. You must walk outside along gravel pathways to a central bathhouse, which is cold and dark at night. Canvas walls offer little sound isolation from wind and neighboring guests.
Book Treebones Resort through Wildist at exact direct rates, backed by dedicated travel advisor support and seamless planning.