| Description: The park has 1006 acres of redwoods, conifers, oaks, sycamores, cottonwoods, maples, alders & willows - plus open meadows. Wildlife includes black-tail deer, gray squirrels, raccoons, skunks, & birds, such as H2O ouzels & belted kingfishers. Hikers can enjoy the many scenic trails, including a self-guided nature trail. Some campsites are along the Big Sur River.
Location: The park is located 26 miles south of Carmel on Highway 1.
Season: year round, sunrise to sunset.
Fee: yes; entrance, camping, conferences.
Reservations: recommended. Available: Picnicking
Hiking/Backpacking Water Sports
Camping Wildlife Viewing Group Campgnd RV Sites
Exhibits Campgnd, Primitive Drinking Water Dump Station
Restrooms Boat Ramp
Campgnd, Developed Showers
Notes: Maximum RV length 27 feet. Big Sur Lodge is located in the park .The lodge has 61 guest rooms, a conference center, cafe, & a grocery store. Meeting rooms have space for groups of ten to 125. Other rooms are available for smaller meetings & workshops, some with fireplaces & kitchens. 1-800-424-4787. |
Campground: State of California, Department of Parks and Recreation, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park in Sacramento California *