Andrew Molera State Park
The Park is currently OPEN.
UPDATE (June 6, 2024) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Highway 1 is open into Andrew Molera State Park from the North, Carmel/Monterey. Due to the new traffic signal at Rocky Creek Slip Out, significant travel delays can be expected.
Big Sur State Parks are OPEN for Campers. Reservations are highly recommended as we can book up 6 months in advance. This includes Andrew Molera SP, Pfeiffer Big Sur SP, and Julia Pfeiffer Burns SP.
Highway 1 is closed approximately 5 miles South of Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park due to three additional landslides. There is NO ALTERNATE ROUTE.
Limekiln SP remains CLOSED as it is within this closed section of Highway 1. The anticipated full opening of Highway 1 at Regent's Slide is not until Fall of 2024.
Camping reservations can be made at www.reservecalifornia.com up to 6 months in advance.
Always check area weather forecasts and road updates before visiting. NOAA Weather- Big Sur
For more information about USFS properties and current closures, please visit USFS - Los Padres National Forest - Big Sur
For current highway closures and conditions please visit CalTrans - Road Conditions Map
Follow us on social media @BigSurStateParks for photos and information.
Highway 1 is open into Andrew Molera State Park from the North, Carmel/Monterey. Due to the new traffic signal at Rocky Creek Slip Out, significant travel delays can be expected.
Big Sur State Parks are OPEN for Campers. Reservations are highly recommended as we can book up 6 months in advance. This includes Andrew Molera SP, Pfeiffer Big Sur SP, and Julia Pfeiffer Burns SP.
Highway 1 is closed approximately 5 miles South of Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park due to three additional landslides. There is NO ALTERNATE ROUTE.
Limekiln SP remains CLOSED as it is within this closed section of Highway 1. The anticipated full opening of Highway 1 at Regent's Slide is not until Fall of 2024.
Camping reservations can be made at www.reservecalifornia.com up to 6 months in advance.
Always check area weather forecasts and road updates before visiting. NOAA Weather- Big Sur
For more information about USFS properties and current closures, please visit USFS - Los Padres National Forest - Big Sur
For current highway closures and conditions please visit CalTrans - Road Conditions Map
Follow us on social media @BigSurStateParks for photos and information.
Park Facilities
Andrew Molera Campground
June 6, 2024 - Trailcamp at Andrew Molera State Park is OPEN for the season. To make camping reservations, please visit www.ReserveCalifornia.com Sites can be reserved up to 6 months in advance.
HIGHWAY 1 CLOSURES
Northbound / Southbound 1 Full Closure
From South end of Limekiln Creek Bridge to Dolan Point
Due to Emergency Work
No estimated time for reopening of closure.
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Last updated: 05/29/2024 5:01pm
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.Admin@parks.ca.gov
(CAMPING ONLY) LATE ARRIVALS: BigSur@parks.ca.gov
Additional Visitor Services
- Ventana Wildlife Society (Wildlife sanctuary and educational programs)
