Lower Presidio Historic Park - Monterey (CA)

5 /5 Hanselman David “Fr Daves Monkey Mind”: Beautiful place and museum guide was so generous that even though I showed up at closing time, he took the time to tell me about the exhibits!

5 /5 Scott Seeley: Great vista point of the Monterey Harbor. A few information signs about the history.

5 /5 -: This is a hidden gem in Monterey: free and uncrowded picnic spot. The short paved Harbor Trail has nice views of the bay and harbor area along with interesting historical placards (DYK, Argentina "conquered" Monterey for all of six days?), along with benches and tables for a quiet picnic. You can also walk up to the Sloat monument for even better views. This is a public area of the Presidio so there is no gate guard to contend with; parking is free and plentiful. If you hate crowds and like off-the-beaten path sites, this would be on my "must see" list along with San Carlos cathedral.