Pebble Beach Warnings Or Dangers

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Like other areas of the Monterey Peninsula, Pebble Beach is full of a variety of wildlife. The obvious ones are the seals and black cormorants at aptly named seal rock and bird rock, which have their dangers if you decide to jump in the ocean and wrestle with them.

Though you'll rarely spot otters on this unprotected ocean coast, land-based animals such as raccoons and deer are very common here. From the curiously goofy California ground squirrels to the always-hungry deer and seagulls, you are sure to see a lot of animals if you spend much time here. Raccoons could carry diseases such as rabies and the deer might put a little dent in the hood of your car.

It is illegal to feed the animals according to California state law. Visitors should use caution to not approach the wildlife, even if they seem tame. Deer can also be aggressive, especially during certain times of the year such as mating season (known as "the rut"). Raccoons are ferocious little devils and could bite your finger off.

At Point Pinos, we also saw a sign announcing that mountain lions had been spotted in the area. Their advice: don't run, don't stand still, don't yell, don't be quiet, don't approach, don't retreat, don't hike alone, don't hike with children...basically the only thing they can offer is fight a mountain lion if you see it. Woo hoo! Just like Davie Crockett.