Andrew Molera State Park
Also known as Andrew Molera SP
Notice: Campgrounds at Andrew Molera State Park will open after 9/15. The old coast road and the East Molera Trail remain closed due to proximity of — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- parks.ca.gov(831) 667-1112
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Fire restriction Campgrounds at Andrew Molera State Park will open after 9/15. The old coast road and the East Molera Trail remain closed due to proximity ofthe Timber Fire. Please note that all backcountry trails East of Highway 1 will remain closed indefinitely due to the ongoing fires and repair work.… (more)
the Timber Fire. Please note that all backcountry trails East of Highway 1 will remain closed indefinitely due to the ongoing fires and repair work. Entry to closed areas is prohibited and violators will be subject to citation. Highway 1 is now open, please drive with caution due to firefighting equipment in the Big Sur area. For current highway closures and conditions please visit CalTrans - Road Conditions Map For latest evacuation information please visit Ready Monterey County: https://www.readymontereycounty.org/emergency#resources For more information please visit CAL FIRE San Benito-Monterey Unit’s page: https://linktr.ee/CAL_FIRE_BEU Follow us on social media @BigSurStateParks for photos and information.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Monterey County, about 22 miles south of Monterey, Andrew Molera State Park covers about 4,696 acres.
Popular activities here are surfing, historic sites, boating, swimming, and ranger programs. Its trail network totals roughly 15 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a swimming beach.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
8am to Sunset
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Day Use | $10 |
Official wording
Special rates may apply for peak season, high demand holiday periods, and during weekends. Prices are subject to change without notice. • Vehicle Day Use: $10.00
California park passes
- California Explorer Annual Pass — $195. Vehicle day-use entry to 134 state parks incl. high-demand Southern California beaches Details
- Golden Poppy Annual Pass — $125. Vehicle day-use entry to 112 state parks Details
- Historian Passport — $50. Admission for up to four people at per-person-fee State Historic Parks Details
- Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Annual Pass — $50. Entry to State Vehicular Recreation Areas that collect day-use fees Details
- SNO-Park Pass — $40 season / $15 day. 18 SNO-PARK winter recreation areas Details
From the California state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Camping
- Recommended
- Booking system
- ReserveCalifornia
- Phone
- (800) 444-7275
Reservations are strongly encouraged for all campsites.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
See the park’s wording
Are dogs allowed?
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Things to do
BoatingHistoric sites and toursPicnickingRanger and interpretive programsSwimmingWildlife viewing and birdingSurfingHikingBiking
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Parking
Water
- Swimming beach
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Overview
Located on Highway One in the scenic Big Sur area, Andrew Molera State Park is still relatively undeveloped. A primitive trail camp, popular with hikers and bikers, is located approximately one of a third mile from the parking area. Phone (831) 667-2315 for more information.
Exhibits/Programs
A history center is open on a very limited basis but may be usable. Assistance may be required with paths of travel.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 53000 Cabrillo Highway
Big Sur, CA 93920 - Nearest town
- Monterey — about 22 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 36.2884, -121.8440
- Phone
- (831) 667-1112
- BigSur.Admin@parks.ca.gov
Entrances
- Directions point
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The park is 20 miles south of Carmel on Highway 1.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- California State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- California State Parks Listing page (one link per unit, page_id = officialId), unioned with the CSP Enterprise GIS 'ParkEntryPoints' ArcGIS layer (coords, address, county, unit number, management status) and the 'CSPParkUnit_CurrentStatus' layer (open/partial/full closure)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: Andrew Molera Falls 1.jpg — Public domain (released by the author), Pinecar at English Wikipedia
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology