Pfeiffer Big Sur SP

Campground Alert:

 

Daytime roadwork continues on Highway 1 on the Rocky Creek Viaduct project approximately 10 miles north of the park.  Expect up to 10 minute delays 7am-5pm. The overnight closures on Highway 1 continue Sunday-Thursday from 9pm-7am on a week by week basis. Check the Caltrans press release page for the most recent updates (http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist05/projects/rocky_crk/index.htm). During these closures visitors will not be able to arrive from or depart to the north. There will be no overnight closures on Friday or Saturday nights. Construction on this project is expected to continue through Labor Day 2013.

Park Alert:

Construction to finish the park renovations is currently underway.   Be aware that there will be noise, detours and delays throughout the campground and day use areas while the improvements are completed through spring 2013. We thank you for your patience while we improve your state park experience.

This beautiful park features redwoods, conifers, oaks, sycamores, cottonwoods, maples, alders and willows - plus open meadows. Wildlife includes black-tail deer, gray squirrels, raccoons, skunks, and birds, such as water ouzels and belted kingfishers. Hikers can enjoy the many scenic trails, including a self-guided nature trail.  Some campsites are along the Big Sur River. Big Sur Lodge is located in the park .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.

Location-Directions
The park is located 26 miles south of Carmel on Highway 1.

Seasons/Climate/Recommended Clothing
The weather can be changeable. Layered clothing is advised.

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