The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Carmel, California (CA)

They provide surf lessons in the carmel and greater monterey area.

Teaching surfing in Carmel, Monterey and Pacific Grove since 1986, professional instruction, professional grade gear. Trusted by all three surf shops on the Monterey Peninsula. Parties, groups and privates lessons offered almost daily all year around. All equipment included all ages and abilities welcome.

Land Rover Experience offers off-road driving experiences that range from a 1 Hour Experience to Full Day along with small and large group activities and team-building. Guests will be accompanied by a professional driving instructor where they will experience an Expedition Style of driving on a private forested trail network nestled in the woods of Carmel Valley, CA.

Our daily walk allows you to discover Carmel, this unique and charming village in a forest. Together we explore the secret passageways, hidden courtyards and charming gardens and hear the story of Carmel from the author who wrote the book. A signed copy of the Carmel-by-the-Sea book can be part of your ticket package. This is a leisurely paced two hour walk. Well behaved pets welcome. This tour is presented by California Legacy Tours which also gives walking tours at Point Lobos, Historic Monterey and Cannery Row.

Surf Lessons for groups or individuals, all ages all levels. Wetsuits and foam boards provided. Come learn how to surf in Carmel with one of the best all-around watermen in Carmel. Our mission is to share the adventure, excitement, and amazing experience of wave riding with anyone who wants to experience it. We are dedicated to providing top quality water safety and surfing instruction

Mad Dogs & Englishmen is the premier family-owned bicycle shop in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea. We are just a few short blocks from the most scenic biking experience on the West Coast (A magical ride that winds along Carmel's famous Scenic Drive and the coastal part of 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach (roughly 24 miles round trip if you do both). We are also the closest bike shop to Point Lobos State Park and Big Sur. Hop on one of our premium bikes for an experience that will be the highlight of your trip to the area. As residents of Pebble Beach, we are familiar with the best biking areas and will share with you our favorite points of interest. We offer high quality bikes, both standard and electric (pedal assist)-all premium brands. We have options for riding with small children and even pets (after all, Carmel is the most dog friendly town in the US). Bikes can be picked up and returned to our shop or we can arrange delivery to remote locations. We also have a shop in Mill Valley.