Garrapata SP

State Park

The park has two miles of beach front, with coastal hiking and a 50-foot climb to a beautiful view of the Pacific. The park offers diverse coastal vegetation with trails running from ocean beaches into dense redwood groves. The park also features outstanding coastal headlands at Soberanes Point. Sea lions, harbor seals and sea otters frequent the coastal waters and California gray whales pass close by during their yearly migration.

Location-Directions
The park is located on Highway 1, 6.7 miles south of Rio Road in Carmel (18 miles north of Big Sur).

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

More Information

Brochure with Park Map

Hiking Trails


Brochures Panorama Video Photos State Parks Store Day Hiker's Trails Current Weather Map of Location Accessible Features Cities near the park: California Coastline Photos: Geocaching in State Parks	Garrapata SP State Park The park has two miles of beach front, with coastal hiking and a 50-foot climb to a beautiful view of the Pacific. The park offers diverse coastal vegetation with trails running from ocean beaches into dense redwood groves. The park also features outstanding coastal headlands at Soberanes Point. Sea lions, harbor seals and sea otters frequent the coastal waters and California gray whales pass close by during their yearly migration. Location-Directions The park is located on Highway 1, 6.7 miles south of Rio Road in Carmel (18 miles north of Big Sur). Seasons/Climate/Recommended Clothing The weather can be changeable. Layered clothing is advised. More Information Brochure with Park Map Hiking Trails	Park Features Icon Legend Hours Call the park County Monterey Region Central Coast Telephone 831-624-4909 Operating Hours Call the park Special Events For information on weddings and special events, call 831-624-3407 or e-mail the Special Events Coordinator.