Andrew Molera State Park
State Park · Big Sur, California
Andrew Molera State Park lies on the Big Sur coast along Highway 1, and is often described as the largest state park in Big Sur - confirm. It is undeveloped compared with its neighbours: meadows, bluffs, redwood-lined stretches along the Big Sur River and a wild beach at the river mouth, where fresh water meets the cold Pacific. You park by the highway and walk in on foot, including to the walk-in campground - confirm distance and booking. The river must be crossed to reach the beach, and depth changes with the season - confirm conditions. Horseback rides run from the nearby Molera Ranch - confirm operator and prices. A log cabin called Cooper Cabin, a bluffs trail and a condor-watching tradition are all part of the draw - confirm each. Fog, wind, cold water, rip currents and no cell signal are the rule. It suits hikers, backpackers and experienced surfers who accept wind and cold, and it is a poor choice for casual swimmers or anyone who needs a phone signal.
45500 CA-1, Big Sur, California, 93920, United States
California State Parks has generally run Andrew Molera as a day-use park from about half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset or a similar daylight schedule, with the walk-in campground following its own check-in rules - confirm the current hours, the fee and whether a kiosk is staffed. Parking is limited and fills on summer weekends. Winter storms can raise the river, close the crossing to the beach and bring slides on Highway 1 - check road conditions before you drive. Fog often sits over the coast until midday, and afternoon wind picks up. There is no cell signal, so check State Parks and Caltrans road alerts before you leave a town.
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