Esalen is open!

Visitors are currently able to access Esalen as well as other businesses, parks, and trails in northern Big Sur via twice-daily convoys on Highway 1 operated by Caltrans.

Convoys run only at 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. each day. Until approximately May 27, 2024 these are the only opportunities to travel into and out of Big Sur, so visitors must plan accordingly.

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Due to road closures along Highway 1 to our north and south, Esalen is closed through April 11.
Esalen Institute is open! However, Highway 1 to the south is closed — please review the alternate route directions.

Esalen opens May 3, 2024

Visitors are now able to access Esalen as well as other businesses and trails in northern Big Sur via twice-daily convoys on Highway 1 operated by Caltrans.

Convoys run only at 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. each day. These are the only opportunities to travel into and out of Big Sur, so visitors must plan accordingly.

Learn more.

Patrick Stockstill

Patrick Stockstill’s first experience with Esalen Massage® changed the course of his life, opening his eyes to the power of nurturing and skillful presence-based touch. A massage therapist since 2008, Patrick became an Esalen Massage practitioner in 2011, and he continues to expand his practice.

Patrick brings reverence, humility, and playfulness to the classroom and massage sessions. He taught yoga, massage, and anatomy in the Bay Area for many years before relocating to Washington state’s San Juan islands. He and his family fill their days exploring the abundant beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Patrick Stockstill brings reverence, humility, and playfulness to the Esalen Massage® classroom. He taught yoga, massage, and anatomy in the Bay Area for a decade before relocating to Washington state, where he continues to teach and practice Esalen® Massage.

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Patrick Stockstill

Patrick Stockstill’s first experience with Esalen Massage® changed the course of his life, opening his eyes to the power of nurturing and skillful presence-based touch. A massage therapist since 2008, Patrick became an Esalen Massage practitioner in 2011, and he continues to expand his practice.

Patrick brings reverence, humility, and playfulness to the classroom and massage sessions. He taught yoga, massage, and anatomy in the Bay Area for many years before relocating to Washington state’s San Juan islands. He and his family fill their days exploring the abundant beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Patrick Stockstill brings reverence, humility, and playfulness to the Esalen Massage® classroom. He taught yoga, massage, and anatomy in the Bay Area for a decade before relocating to Washington state, where he continues to teach and practice Esalen® Massage.

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