Tucked away at the end of a narrow winding road, Pfeiffer Beach feels like one of California’s hidden treasures.

Massive rock formations rise directly from the ocean while waves roll across the sand, creating a landscape that feels almost otherworldly.

For Zahra and Cory, this location was the perfect reflection of their love for travel and adventure.

They spend much of their time exploring new places together, so they wanted engagement photos that felt epic and unforgettable.

As sunset approached, the famous Keyhole Arch began to glow as sunlight streamed through the opening in the rock.

Moments later, the beach turned gold.

At the end of the session, Zahra and Koury ran into the waves together, letting the water soak the sand beneath them while the last light reflected across the shoreline.

The result was one of those photographs that feels wild, romantic, and completely alive.

Contact Monica Dawn Photography to start planning your coastal love story.

Best Locations for Engagement Photos in Big Sur

If you're planning engagement photos in Big Sur, consider exploring:

• Pfeiffer Beach
• Bixby Bridge
• Garrapata State Park
• McWay Falls
• Andrew Molera State Park

Each location offers a completely different landscape within just a few miles of coastline.

Explore more California coast engagement inspiration:

• Big Sur Engagement Photos at Bixby Bridge
• Carmel Engagement Photos
• Santa Cruz Engagement Photos at Natural Bridges
• California Coast Engagement Photos

Originally published at https://www.monicadawn.com/blog/2026/3/pfeiffer-beach-engagement-photos-in-big-sur