About Big Sur Adventures
Big Sur Adventures is a cycling tour and rental company based at The Crossroads Carmel shopping centre, specialising in e-bike and standard bike rentals for exploring the Monterey Peninsula and the iconic Big Sur coastline. Their location at the junction of Highway 1 and Carmel Valley Road puts riders within easy reach of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Carmel-by-the-Sea, the 17-Mile Drive, and the Big Sur stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway — one of the most photographed roads in the world.
Their fleet focuses on quality e-bikes that make the hilly terrain between Carmel, Pacific Grove, and Big Sur accessible to riders who might otherwise struggle with the significant elevation changes along the coast. Guided e-bike tours take small groups along curated routes through Carmel-by-the-Sea's storybook village, past Point Lobos's dramatic sea cliffs, and along the coastal bluffs toward Big Sur with stops at Bixby Creek Bridge and other viewpoints. Standard hybrid bikes are also available for self-guided riders who prefer pedal power on the flatter Coastal Rec Trail sections.
Big Sur Adventures fills an important niche — cycling the Big Sur coast is a bucket-list experience, but the steep grades and narrow shoulders deter many recreational riders. Their e-bikes remove the fitness barrier, and their guided format eliminates the logistical challenges of cycling on a road with limited services and unpredictable weather. For visitors who want to experience Big Sur at a pace slower than a car but faster than hiking, this is the ideal option.
