Andrew Molera State Park Campground

Andrew Molera State Park Campground - Big Sur

Andrew Molera State Park Campground - Big Sur is along the Monterey County's Big Sur coast, 20 miles south of Carmel. Park visitors enjoy miles of hiking trails along the coast, two sandy beaches, and a variety of nature activities. Tour the Molera Ranch House Museum and California Condor Discovery Center.

Andrew Molera State Park Campground - Big Sur has 24 walk-in campsites at their Trail Camp. The camp is spread through a meadow about ⅓-mile from the parking area. All the sites are first come, first served. A maximum of 4 people and 2 tents are allowed per site. Shade is limited at the campground, so some visitors bring shade tents.

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Andrew Molera State Park Campground - Big Sur Basics
Andrew Molera State Park Campground Location:	Highway 1, 20 miles south of Carmel
Campground Open:	Closes for the season late October.
Number of Sites:	24
Max. People per Site:	4 (including children)
Vehicles per Site:	1 (extra vehicle if space permits, $10 per night)
Pets:	No dogs allowed at the campground
Operated by	California State Parks
Information, Big Sur Station:	(831) 667-2315

Reservations
Reservations	Andrew Molera State Park Campground - Big Sur reservations are strongly encouraged for all standard campsites. Two hike-and-bike sites are first-come, first-served.
Reservation Window:	Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Wheelchair accessible Sites:	None
Fees:	$30 per night Hike-and Bike sites $5 per night
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia:	Andrew Molera State Park Trail Camp Reservations or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Check-out, Check-in:	Check-in: Noon Check-out: 2:00 PM

Andrew Molera State Park Campground - Big Sur Amenities
Campsites:	picnic table, fire ring with grill, food storage locker
Campground:	Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water
Showers:	No
Dump Station:	No
Campground Map:	Andrew Molera SP Campground Map
Attractions near Andrew Molera State Park Campground - Big Sur:	Visit the Molera Ranch House Museum (Call park to confirm hours it is open). Hike great park trails such as the Ridge Trail, Panorama Trail, and Beach Trail. Explore the park's two small beaches. Enjoy the beautiful Big Sur River. Tour the Discovery Center and learn about California Condors. Join in Condor Viewing Tours. Drive along the Big Sur coast.

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Bixby Bridge

Reviews from Previous Campers

- 2020 - 2024 -

Camping area is flat, short walk to ocean.

Animals moving around at night.

In summer bring extra shade for your site.

Bathrooms well-maintained, clean.

Santa Cruz - Monterey Beach Attractions

The Santa Cruz - Monterey coast is filled with attractions from great surfing destinations around Santa Cruz to the wild and scenic Big Sur coast. Those who choose to camp at Andrew Molera State Park Campground experience a wilderness setting close to the ocean.

Surfing is popular at Santa Cruz's famous Steamer Lane as well as to the south at Carmel.
Excellent pier fishing can be enjoyed at Santa Cruz's well-developed wharf as well as at Capitola's newly rebuilt pier.
For wildlife and scenery, Point Lobos State Park leads the list. There are also many more wonders to be enjoyed all the way down the Big Sur coast.
Visit beautiful Sand Dollar Beach and Jade Cove.
Enjoy the beauty of the waterfall at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
See the green sand and the spectacular rocks at Pfeiffer Beach.

Key Andrew Molera State Park Campground Regulations

Do not feed or leave food out for wildlife.
Dogs are not allowed on the trails or at the campground in Molera State Park.
Generators are not allowed at Andrew Molera State Park Campground.
For safety, stay on the hiking trails as the canyon walls are steep.

Andrew Molera State Park Campground - Big Sur

Monterey County

Andrew Molera State Park Campground - Big Sur

Monterey County