I decided to explore Monterey on foot and came across the Don Dahvee Creek Trail, which I didn’t know existed. It’s a short, sweet hike that leads to the Del Monte Shopping Center. But when you’re on the trail, you have no idea you’re about to happen upon Macy’s, California Pizza Kitchen, H&M and Whole Foods. It was simply gorgeous and so peaceful because no one else was on the path. It’s an easy trail with a slight incline after you cross an asphalt road. The park itself is seldom used. Everyone whizzes by in their cars. I’m glad I discovered it. And if the trail was longer, it would have deserved five stars.