8:00 am to sunset
Limekiln State Park
AUGUST 1: Limekiln State Park remains open during the Mill Fire. As of this morning, smoke was not impacting park visitors due to the prevailing, on-shore winds. Nacimiento-Fergusson Rd. and Cone Peak Road are closed and USFS trails into the area of the fire are closed. For more information, please visit https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6478/
Phone Number
(805) 434-1996
Max. Trailer Lengths
Trailer: 15 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: 24 Feet
Park Hours
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.Camping and Lodging
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
California State Parks contracts with Parks Management Company to operate the park.
The park features breathtaking views of the Big Sur Coast, the beauty of the redwoods, the rugged coast and the cultural history of limekilns. The park has 24 campsites.
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.