Asilomar State Park is a proud part of the California State Parks

Andrew Molera (State Park)
The Big Sur River and miles of trails wind through Andrew Molera State Park. An equestrian concession allows visitors to enjoy much of the area on horseback. (831) 667-2315.

Asilomar (State Beach)
Open year round. Conference Grounds, rolling dunes, rugged and sandy coastlines, and historical buildings on the Monterey Peninsula. Conference facilities and individual lodging: (831) 372-8016. Ranger’s office: (831) 646-6440.

Carmel River (State Beach)
This coastal strand, near its charming namesake town, offers a lagoon, fishing, and birdwatching. Extremely dangerous surf. (831) 624-4909.

Fremont Peak (State Park)
Mountain and astronomical vistas come together here, where an observatory with 30- inch telescope is available on some evenings. Picnicking, camping, and educational exhibits and programs are also offered. (831) 623-4255; Observatory 623-2465.

Garrapata (State Park)
There are miles of Big Sur coast and trails from ocean beaches through stands of cacti and redwood groves. There are no entrance signs; park at Soberanes Point. (831) 624-4909.

John Little (State Reserve)
The purpose of John Little State Reserve, in Monterey County, is to preserve and protect an area of steep, rugged cliffs on the Big Sur coast where Lime Creek enters the Pacific Ocean.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns (State Park)
Encompasses some of Big Sur’s most spectacular coastline. (831) 667-2315.

Marina (State Beach)
This beach offers a ranger station, concession building, and accessible hang-gliding service. Hazardous rip currents. (831) 384-7695.

Monterey (State Historic Park)
As an early capital under Spanish and Mexican rule, this area is filled with showcase historic buildings and sites, as its museum and educational exhibits can attest. (831) 649-7118.

Monterey (State Beach)
Enjoy scuba diving, kayaking, surf-fishing, kiteflying, an accessible boardwalk, and volleyball at this park’s 3 beaches. Please note: While impressive, the dark, churling water is known for its hazardous rip currents. (831) 384-7695.

Moss Landing (State Beach)
East of the park, a reserve offers great opportunities for birdwatching. Surfing and surf-fishing are popular here, but water recreation is hazardous. (831) 384-7695.

Pfeiffer Big Sur (State Park)
Here, the Big Sur River, giant redwoods, and rugged coastal mountains coincide, providing spectacular camping and hiking. (831) 667-2315.

Point Lobos (State Reserve)
Sea lions, harbor seals, gray whales, sea otters, and seabirds make this reserve their home. You can make a great day of it by hiking or picnicking. (831) 624-4909.

Point Sur (State Historic Park)
Home to the only complete turn-of-the-century light station open to the public in California, this historic park truly captures the state’s seafaring past. (831) 625-4419.

Salinas River (State Beach)
The park includes protected habitats of snowy plover and other native dune animals and plants. Swimming and water sports are hazardous. (831) 384-7695.