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King City

California, United States · North America

About King City

King City sits on the route: 30 minutes from Greenfield, 49km from Big Sur & Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

King City is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 13,902, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, King City sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add King City to your route.

About King City

King City (variants: Kings City, City of King) is a city in Monterey County, California, United States. It is located on the Salinas River 51 miles (82 km) southeast of Salinas, at an elevation of 335 feet (102 m). It lies along U.S. Route 101 in the Salinas Valley of California's Central Coast. King City is a member

Read more of the Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments. The population was 13,332 at the 2020 census, up from 12,874 in 2010.

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King City offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is King City located?

King City is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 36.2127 latitude, -121.1260 longitude.

What is the population of King City?

King City has a population of approximately 13,902 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
13,902
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
36.2127, -121.1260

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from King City

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

national park

Big Sur & Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

Rugged coastal cliffs where the Santa Lucia Mountains plunge into the Pacific, featuring the iconic McWay Falls.

49 km · about 55 min drive

scenic viewpoint

McWay Falls Viewpoint (Big Sur)

A pull-off overlooking an 80-foot waterfall that cascades directly onto a pristine sandy beach in a sheltered cove.

49 km · about 55 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Ragged Point

Clifftop viewpoint dubbed the 'Gateway to Big Sur', perched 400 feet above the Pacific on Highway 1 with sweeping views up the rugged coastline.

51 km · about 60 min drive

castle

Hearst Castle

A lavish hilltop estate built by newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst, featuring 165 rooms and stunning Mediterranean Revival architecture.

59 km · about 70 min drive

cafe

Nepenthe Restaurant

A clifftop restaurant perched 800 feet above the Pacific on Big Sur's Highway 1, offering breathtaking ocean views and famous ambrosia burgers since 1949.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near King City

  • 49 kmMcWay Falls Viewpoint (Big Sur)A pull-off overlooking an 80-foot waterfall that cascades directly onto a pristine sandy beach in a sheltered cove.
  • 51 kmRagged PointClifftop viewpoint dubbed the 'Gateway to Big Sur', perched 400 feet above the Pacific on Highway 1 with sweeping views up the rugged coastline.
  • 61 kmPacific Coast Highway (Highway 1)Iconic coastal highway stretching along California's stunning coastline
  • 62 kmBig SurA rugged stretch of California coastline between Carmel and San Simeon with dramatic cliffs, redwood forests, and the iconic Bixby Creek Bridge.
  • 72 kmBixby Bridge Viewpoint (Big Sur)The iconic concrete arch bridge spanning a deep canyon on the PCH, one of the most photographed bridges on the California coast.

Nearby Destinations

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Greenfield

🇺🇸 United States

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Carmel Valley Village

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