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In the spectacular Big Sur area, this park is still relatively undeveloped and offers visitors great hiking, fishing and beachcombing.

Miles of trails wind through meadows, beaches and hilltops. A primitive walk-in trail camp, popular with hikers and bikers, is located approximately one third mile from the parking area.

Andrew Molera SP Trail Camp
There are 24 identified sites. Camping is allowed only at these sites with a maximum of four people per site. Registration will continue to be on a first-come, first-served basis.

The establishment of 24 sites with a limit of four people per site will allow for maximum availability of individual campsites, yet continue to meet the required carrying capacity. Due to these changes, however, group camping at Trail Camp is no longer feasible. Please contact the park for additional information.

 Located among majestic Coastal Redwood trees along the pristine Big Sur River, Big Sur Campground and Cabins offers camping and lodging with the emphasis on Family. Enjoy tent and RV camping on the forest floor as you watch the kids inner tube by in the cool water. Or pamper your family in one of several styles of cabins, from rustic tent cabins to fully equipped cabins with kitchens and fireplaces.

Big Sur Campground and Cabins offers a variety of great activities for the entire family. Enjoy an afternoon of swimming in the river, or take advantage of our inner tube rentals. Gaze in awe at the towering redwoods. Or enjoy the relaxation of sitting around the campfire, telling stories.

We offer basketball and volleyball, along with a great playground for the kids. And don't forget to line up for our happy-hour soft serve ice cream special during the summer camping season. You'll also find beach access and miles of spectacular hiking trails just a few minutes drive along the highway.  

Bottchers Gap Campground is located 8 miles inland at the end of Palo Colorado Road.

Palo Colorado Road winds its way up a narrow canyon through a Redwood grove, taking you to the campground at 2,100'. The campground is situated in a ridge saddle among Oak and Madrone trees. Bottchers Gap provides an excellent view of the Ventana Double Cones in the Santa Lucia Mountains within the Ventana Wilderness. The Skinner Ridge trailhead is located at the campground.

The campground has 12 units, each with a picnic table, fire ring and pedestal grill. Several of the sites are walk-in sites.

Fee: $12.00 per night
6-8 persons per site.

Bottled water is available from the campground manager.

Parks Management Company

Fernwood Resort is a full service resort located on scenic Highway 1, in the heart of the Big Sur valley,  just 1/2 mile north of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park.   We have 12 rustic motel rooms each with a private bath.  Some of the rooms have cozy fireplaces and hot tubs on decks under the stars and towering trees.   Our rooms our clean and the best value in the Big Sur area.  The central location of the resort lends itself perfectly to exploring the Big Sur area.  Fernwood's campground is located in a magestic redwood grove along the Big Sur River.   We have tent camping, RV sites with water and electric hookups, and tent cabins along the river.  Hiking trails lead right from here into the state park.  Our campers enjoy horseshoes, volleyball and tubing and swimming in the Big Sur River.    We have a grocery store with DVD rental, camping supplies, an espresso bar,  Lappert's Ice cream, and many unique gifts.   The well informed store staff are happy to help you plan the perfect hike for the day and the store has all of the fixin's for building a great picnic to take wtih you. The family friendly Redwood Grill, serving lunch and dinner, offers tasty California Comfort Cuisine at reasonable prices.  Sofanya's Art Gallery is a working art studio, gallery and gift shop. The tavern features live music on Saturday nights and the big screen TV shows all of the major sporting events. With free Wi/Fi in the lounge Fernwood Resort is a great blend of a rustic vacation with all of the comforts of home.  For more photos and information check out our website at fernwoodbigsur.com

Trails on the west side of Highway 1, including the McWay Falls Overlook trail, Partington Cove, and the environmental campsites, are open for public use and enjoyment. All trails and picnic areas on the east side of Highway 1 and east of the main parking lot will remain closed until further notice. Closed trails include the Ewoldson trail, the Tan Bark Trail, Tin House Road, and the Canyon Falls trail. Parking in the main parking lot is available, though limited. Additionally, the parking lot may be closed completely during significant storm events throughout the winter due to hazardous conditions.

Due to the fire and a sizeable rockslide, the ADA access ramp to the McWay Falls Overlook trail will be closed until further notice. This state park is named after Julia Pfeiffer Burns, a well respected pioneer woman in the Big Sur country. The park stretches from the Big Sur coastline into nearby 3,000-foot ridges. It features redwood, tan oak, madrone, chaparral, and an 80-foot waterfall that drops from granite cliffs into the ocean from the Overlook Trail. A panoramic view of the ocean and miles of rugged coastline is available from the higher elevations along the trails east of Highway 1.

Facilities - Activities

Whale Watching
In December and January the bench at the end of Overlook trail is an excellent place to watch for gray whales migrating southward to their breeding and calving grounds off the Baja California coast. Many whales pass close to shore at this point, and occasionally one will come into the mouth of the cove. In March and April, they can be seen returning north to their summer feeding grounds in the North Pacific.

Sea otters can sometimes be seen in the cove, and harbor seals and California sea lions are occasional visitors. Many sea and shore birds - Sleek black cormorants, seagulls, brown pelicans, and black oystercatchers also make an appearance.

Underwater Area
Between Partington Point and McWay Creek is the Julia Pfeiffer Burns Underwater Area, which was established in 1970 and is now a scuba diving area. The rocky shoreline is the access to the underwater park. Special-use permits allow experienced scuba divers to explore the reserve.

McWay Waterfall House
The terrace is all that remains of Waterfall House, the residence of Lathrop and Helen Hooper Brown. When the Browns began to acquire their Big Sur acreage in 1924, Mrs. Brown became acquainted with Julia Pfeiffer Burns, the daughter of a Big Sur pioneer family. In 1962, Mrs. Brown gave the ranch to the state for use as a state park dedicated to the memory of Julia Pfeiffer Burns.

Located on the west side of Hwy. 1 overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this campground is situated on bluff with fantastic views of the Big Sur coastline. The sites are spacious and have a picnic table, fire ring and pedestal barbeque. The campground elevation is aprox. 100ft. above sea level in the Los Padres National Forest. There is one trail providing beach access or you can drive 4 miles to Sand Dollar Beach, the largest sandy beach in the Big Sur area. It is a very popular spot for surfing, fishing (fishing permits are required for those over 16), swimming, exploring, sunbathing, etc. The beach is dog friendly as long as they are on a leash and they are cleaned up after. Directly across the Hwy. from Kirk Creek campground is the Vicente Flats trailhead leading into the Ventana Wilderness. Within a short drive many trails can be accessed for hiking, backpacking, bicycling, hunting and horseback riding. These trails offer a variety of experiences including water falls, groves of Redwood Trees, breathtaking views, meadows and streams. Bring plenty of water and familiarize yourself with Poison Oak as there is an abundance in the area but it is easily identifiable. Kirk Creek has 37 sites each with a parking pad, picnic table, fire ring and pedestal barbeque. There are water spigots located throughout the campground, but there are no water, sewer or electrical hookups. The sites can be used for tenting or RVers. There is no dump station. All roads are paved and there are flush toilets and sinks in the restrooms. From November to February whales are migrating up or down the coast and sightings from the campground are frequent. The temperature is mild year round with the average in the winter being 64 degrees. October-May is a great time to visit whether you are tenting or RVing and offers less crowds.
2 car maximum per site at the campground. Location: Big Sur Coast
Description: Located on open bluff, 100 feet above sea level.
Number of Sites: 33 units
Directions: Take Highway 1, 80 miles North of San Luis Obispo or 35 miles south of the community of Big Sur.
Activities: Hiking, fishing, beach access
Facilities: Flush toilets, trailhead parking, developed water, accessible tables fire rings and grills, bike campsites available. RV's no longer than 30'.
Special Rules: Kirk Creek is a campfire-use site. Maximum stay is 14 days.
Fees: 22.00 per night, per site. Sites accommodate 6-8 people and 2 vehicles per site. Bicycle or walk-in tent camping is $5.00 per night.
Reservations: Reservations available for 50% of sites (reservations - www.Recreation.gov) or call 1-877-444-6777.
Seasonal Use: Open all year.
Helpful Hints: Nearest store in Lucia. Nearest dump station 40 miles south to San Simeon State Park. Large amounts of Poison Oak on trails. Campground host sells firewood.
Contact: Concession managed by Parks Management Co. (805)434-1996 or (805) 434-9199. Website http://www.campone.com.

Location: Near Fort Hunter Liggett
Description: Small campground located among the oaks. Located near a running creek.
Number of Sites: 8 units
Directions: From the north take Interstate 101 south and take the Ft. Hunter Liggett exit. Then go 17.5 miles to the junction with Mission Road.
From the south take Interstate 101 south, take exit #252 and take county road G18, 21.7 miles to the junction at Mission Road. From the junction proceed 3.2 from the junction to Naciemento Ferguson Road and turn left. It is 13 miles to Nacimiento CG from this point.
Activities: Hiking, fishing, camping, hunting (check with California Department of Fish and Game for hunting season in the area).
Facilities: Vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, garbage bins, and barbecue grills, RV's no longer than 25'.
Special Rules: Campfire Use Site. 14 day maximum stay.
Fees: $10.00 per site. 6-8 people per site.
Concession managed by Parks Management Co. (805)434-1996 or (805) 434-9199. Website http://www.campone.com
Reservations: First come, first served.
Seasonal Use: Open all year, pay via fee tube or via host.
Helpful Hints: No water. Nearest gas, food, and supplies 16 miles west to Pacific Valley. During summer months temperatures may get above 100 degrees.

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park has 1,006 acres of redwoods, conifers, oaks, sycamores, cottonwoods, maples, alders and willows - plus open meadows. Wildlife includes fox, raccoons, skunks, and birds, such as American dippers and belted kingfishers. Hikers can enjoy the many scenic trails, including a self-guided nature loop. Overlooks provide spectacular views of the Big Sur Valley and the Big Sur River Gorge. Campsites are on the valley floor through which the Big Sur River flows. The concessionaire-operated Big Sur Lodge provides motel-type cottage accommodations (1-800- 424-4787). The lodge has 61 guest rooms, a conference center, cafe, and a grocery store. Meeting rooms have space for groups of 10 to 125. Other rooms are available for smaller meetings and workshops, some with fireplaces and kitchens. The group picnic sites may be reserved by contacting the park (831-667-2315). Fishing is permitted in-season ONLY and only on the west side of Highway 1.Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
* Comfort Station
* Convenience Store
* Dock, Accessible
* Dump Station
* Hiking Trails
* Iron Ranger
* Laundry
* Nature Trails
* Picnic Area
* Ranger Station
* Restrooms
* Showers
* Store - Convenience
* Swimming
* Telephone
* Visitors Center

Riverside Campground & Cabins offer 45 sites for tents RV's and 11 Cabins along the Big Sur River on 16 Acres surrounded by majestic Redwoods.

Beach access and hiking trails are just 10 minutes away. We are located only 22 miles south of Carmel-By-The-Sea and 68 miles north of San Simeon.

Picnic tables and fire pits are on each campsite. We have hot showers, laundry facilities, and clean restrooms.You may swim in and inner-tube down the river. Fishing is seasonal and catch-and-release November through February. We provide 20amp electricity and water hook-ups for each RV site.

Our cabins and rooms are equipped with queen and/or double beds and beautiful natural wood interiors. Shared or private decks are available. Tent Camping 28 Tent Sites along the Big Sur River Picnic Tables and Fire Pits in each Site Laundry Facilities 5 Minute Walk to the Store Firewood available Hot Showers ($0.25/3 Minutes)
RV Camping RV Camping along the Big Sur River in the Redwoods 17 RV Sites up to 40' 20 Amp Electricity & Water Hookups (We do not have sewer hookups or a dumpstation. Please dump your tanks prior to arrival.) Fire Pits and Picnic Tables in each Site We have a limit of 5 persons per campsite. Children under five years of age and under are free in our lodgings and campsites.

Our pricing includes one vehicle per campsite, a fee of $10.00 will be charged for each additional vehicle with a limit of one additional vehicle per campsite.(Towed vehicles excepted)

We accommodate groups with 20 people or fewer in a maximum of 4 campsites. No Exceptions.To book adjoining campsites sites please call (831) 667- 2414.

For the safety and consideration of others please: We have a firm 10:00 PM-8:00 AM quiet time. Fires are only to be in the provided fire-pits. No firewood over 24 in length. Collecting of ground wood is not allowed. You are welcome to bring firewood or purchase it once you arrive. Respect the quiet of natureno loud noise or music. Pets must be on a leash & attended. Parents are responsible for their childrens supervision. Leave bathhouses & campsites clean for others. Fires out by 11:00 PM.