8:00 am to sunset
Limekiln SP entrance gate closes at sunset. Campers arriving late should contact Limekiln kiosk.
Limekiln State Park
UPDATE (November 28, 2022) - Limekiln State Park will be closed from January 1, 2023 to January 31, 2023. The parks campground and all trails will be closed, no public access is permitted during this time. Reservation holders for this time period will receive refunds through Reserve California. Management of Limekiln State Park will be transitioning from Parks Management Company back to State Parks.
Phone Number
(831) 667-2997
Max. Trailer Lengths
Trailer: Up to 15 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: Up to 24 Feet
Park Hours
Dogs Allowed?
No
Dogs not allowed beyond day-use parking lot.
Driving Directions to Limekiln SP
The park is 56 miles south of Carmel at Hwy 1 mile marker 20.95, 2 miles south of Lucia. The park entrance road is at the south end of the bridge over Limekiln Creek.Visitors will be able to reserve campsites and lodging six months in advance from the current date. Bookings may extend from the arrival date to the desired departure date – based on availability and the park’s maximum stay rules.
Upcoming Park Events
No events scheduled at this moment.
OVERNIGHT FACILITIES
Family Campsites
Primitive Camping
RV Access
Family Campsites
Primitive Camping
RV Access
TRAIL USE
Hiking Trails
Hiking Trails
DAY-USE ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES
Fishing
Beach Area
Geocaching
Fishing
Beach Area
Geocaching
OTHER FACILITIES & VISITOR INFORMATION
Restrooms / Showers
Restrooms
Outdoor Showers
Drinking Water Available
Restrooms / Showers
Restrooms
Outdoor Showers
Drinking Water Available
About Limekiln State Park
The park features breathtaking views of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and the rugged Big Sur coastline, in addition to redwood forests and the cultural history of limekilns.
California State Parks contracts with Parks Management Company to operate the park. Please see sidebar information to learn more about camping and day use at Limekiln State Park.
Location-Directions
The park is 56 miles south of Carmel, off Highway One; two miles south of Lucia.
Seasons/Climate/Recommended Clothing
The weather can be changeable. Layered clothing is advised.