Question 1

What is the ""Fake bay" pier parking attendants at Fishermans Wharf" scam in Monterey?

Accepted Answer

Individuals in vests direct cars into lots along Washington St, Calle Principal, and Lighthouse Ave collecting 15-30 dollars cash, claiming it is the official Fishermans Wharf parking. The wharf has city-run pay-by-plate lots; private lots often have different terms or are unmarked, and some cars are towed. Use the official city pay-by-plate lots at Wharf 1 or Wharf 2, or the parking structure on Calle Principal. Pay at machines only, not to individuals.

Question 2

What is the "Fake "17-Mile Drive discount permits"" scam in Monterey?

Accepted Answer

Individuals at gas stations and shops near the 17-Mile Drive gates offer "discount permits" or "combo passes" for 5-10 dollars off the official 11.75 dollar vehicle fee. The offered "permits" are not accepted at any Pebble Beach Company gate; drivers pay full price anyway and lose the fake permit fee. Pay the 17-Mile Drive fee at the gate itself (Pacific Grove, Carmel, Hwy 68, Hwy 1, or Pebble Beach gates). Staying at a Pebble Beach resort waives the fee; no other legitimate discount exists.

Money & ATM Scams in Monterey

"Fake bay" pier parking attendants at Fishermans Wharf

Fake "17-Mile Drive discount permits"

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