8am to Sunset
Andrew Molera State Park
Phone Number
(831) 667-1112
Park Hours
Dogs Allowed?
No
Dogs not allowed beyond day-use parking lot.
Driving Directions to Andrew Molera SP
The park is 20 miles south of Carmel on Highway 1.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.
BOATING
Boating
Boating
TRAIL USE
Bike Trails
Hiking Trails
Bike Trails
Hiking Trails
DAY-USE ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES
Historical/Cultural Site
Picnic Areas
Env. Learning/Visitor Center
Exhibits and Programs
Guided Tours
Interpretive Exhibits
Beach Area
Swimming
Vista Point
Nature & Wildlife Viewing
Windsurfing/Surfing
Museums
Historical/Cultural Site
Picnic Areas
Env. Learning/Visitor Center
Exhibits and Programs
Guided Tours
Interpretive Exhibits
Beach Area
Swimming
Vista Point
Nature & Wildlife Viewing
Windsurfing/Surfing
Museums
OTHER FACILITIES & VISITOR INFORMATION
Parking
Restrooms
Drinking Water Available
Parking
Restrooms
Drinking Water Available
PARK CLOSURE ALERT
UPDATE May 4, 2023 - Andrew Molera State Park day use parking lot and restrooms are OPEN. The Bobcat Trail and East Molera Trail are open. There is no access to the campgrounds, beach trail, or any trails on the South side of the Big Sur River due to storm and flood damage. Due to repairs of campground flood damage, the trail camp at Andrew Molera State Park will be closed at least through the end of June. We will update this notice as conditions change. Follow us on social media #BigSurStateParks for more photos and information. For current highway conditions and closures please visit https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
Areas Closed Due to Flood Damage
HIGHWAY 1 CLOSURES
Northbound / Southbound 1 Full Closure
From Ragged Point Viaduct to BIG CREEK VISTA POINT
Due to Slide Removal
No estimated time for reopening of closure.
Information courtesy of 
Last updated: 05/04/2023 1:41pm
About Andrew Molera State Park
TRESPASS ALERT
During your visit to Andrew Molera State Park, you may encounter fenced and posted boundaries for the El Sur Ranch. We ask your cooperation in refraining from climbing or cutting these fences. The El Sur Ranch is a working cattle grazing operation. These grazing areas are not safe for hiking. These private lands should not be utilized for beach access. Stay on park trails and obey all signs.
California Penal Code Sec. 602,602.8
In the spectacular Big Sur area, this park is still relatively undeveloped and offers visitors great hiking and beachcombing as well as panoramic views of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a federal marine protected area. Miles of trails wind through meadows, bluffs, beaches and hilltops.
Weather
CURRENT WEATHER CURRENT TIDES
The weather can be changeable. Layered clothing is advised. In winter, overnight temperatures can range in the 30s-50s (Fahrenheit). Winter daytime temperatures can be low 50s-mid 70s. In summer, overnight temperatures can range in the 50s-70s, with daytime temperatures typically in the 70s-80s. Summer mornings bring fog, which usually burns off by midday.
Location
Near mile marker 51.2 on Highway 1, the park is located 21 miles south of Carmel. GOOGLE MAP
LOST AND FOUND: bigsur.lostandfound@parks.ca.gov
(CAMPING ONLY) LATE ARRIVALS: BigSur@parks.ca.gov
Additional Visitor Services
- Ventana Wildlife Society (Wildlife sanctuary and educational programs)
