Monterey 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Tour with Pebble Beach

Ride Monterey’s coastal trail past Cannery Row, tide pools, sea otters and legendary golf greens

You’ll ride an electric bike from Monterey along 17-Mile Drive with a local guide, stopping for sea otters at Pacific Grove, stories at John Denver’s memorial, and views at Pebble Beach Golf Course. Expect ocean air in your hair, easy riding even if you’re rusty, and a few unexpected moments that stick with you after you’ve gone home.

What’s included

Your day includes use of an electric bike and helmet from Cannery Row in Monterey; parking fees are covered too. You’ll ride with a local guide who shares stories and helps spot wildlife along 17-Mile Drive through Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach before looping back—no need to worry about hills or logistics.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Monterey Peninsula Electric Bike Tour

• Start at Cannery Row bike shop
• Ride along flat paved recreation trail
• Pass Monterey Bay Aquarium
• Visit Lovers Point Park
• Pass John Denver Memorial
• Stop at Point Pinos Lighthouse
• Pass Asilomar State Beach
• Ride along 17-Mile Drive coastline
• Stop at Moss Beach in Pebble Beach
• Visit Point Joe lookout
• Explore old Chinese fishing village site
• Restroom break and watch sea lions
• Stop at sea otter lookout near Cypress Point
• Ride under Monterey Cypress tree canopy
• See the Lone Cypress tree
• Bonus stop with views of Point Lobos and Carmel Bay
• Explore 18th hole behind The Lodge at Carmel Bay

The Experience

"You ever seen a cypress tree older than your grandparents?" That’s what our guide, Jamie, asked as we coasted out of Cannery Row. I was still fiddling with my helmet strap and trying not to look like the total e-bike newbie I am. The morning had that salty smell you only get near the Pacific — a little sharp, a little clean — and pelicans were flapping around above the old canneries. We started slow on the paved trail, which honestly helped me get used to the bike (I’m not exactly Tour de France material).

We passed the Monterey Bay Aquarium (didn’t go in but could hear kids laughing through the open doors), then zipped by Lovers Point where Jamie told us about how it used to be called "Lovers of Jesus Point" back when Pacific Grove was all church camps. There was this odd hush around John Denver’s memorial — just waves and some gulls squabbling over something shiny. I didn’t expect to feel anything there but… I did. Maybe it’s just being so close to that wild blue water.

The 17-Mile Drive itself is kind of surreal — one minute you’re watching surfers at Asilomar State Beach, next you’re gawking at these wild mansions tucked behind wind-bent cypress trees. At Point Pinos Lighthouse, Jamie pointed out migrating whales (or tried to; I think I saw a splash?). The road gets curvy under those old cypresses and suddenly you’re at Pebble Beach Golf Course, which feels weirdly quiet for such a famous place. We stopped for sea otters more than once — they really do just float there like they own the place.

I’m still thinking about that stretch near Moss Beach, where you can almost taste the salt in the air and everything goes kind of bright with sunlight off the rocks. My hands were cold but I didn’t care. If you’re wondering about logistics: they set us up with helmets and e-bikes right on Cannery Row, and parking fees are covered. No need to stress about hills or long distances — honestly, half our group hadn’t biked in years and nobody got left behind.

Top questions

How long is the Monterey 17-Mile Drive electric bike tour?

The route covers 17 miles along the peninsula’s coast between Monterey and Pebble Beach.

Is entry to Pebble Beach included in this guided tour?

Yes, complimentary entry to Pebble Beach is included for all participants.

Where does the tour start?

The tour begins at a bike shop on Cannery Row near Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa.

Are helmets provided on this electric bike tour?

Yes, helmets are included for all riders as part of your booking.

Can beginners join this electric bike tour?

Yes, it’s suitable for all fitness levels—even if you haven’t biked in years.

What wildlife might I see along 17-Mile Drive?

You may spot sea otters, sea lions, whales (seasonally), pelicans, and various seabirds.

Are private tours available for families or groups?

Yes—private options are available; contact the shop directly for details or special requests.

What happens if my group has fewer than four people?

The shop will offer alternatives like joining another group or switching to a self-guided rental.