Andrew Molera State Park

From the moment you enter, you’re greeted with breathtaking natural beauty. The trails are wonderfully serene, weaving through lush greenery and offering stunning views at every turn. The highlight, of course, is the expansive, sandy beach. It’s the perfect spot to relax, soak up the sun, or enjoy a peaceful walk along the shoreline. The combination of rugged cliffs, rolling hills, and soft sand m... From the moment you enter, you’re greeted with breathtaking natural beauty. The trails are wonderfully serene, weaving through lush greenery and offering stunning views at every turn. The highlight, of course, is the expansive, sandy beach. It’s the perfect spot to relax, soak up the sun, or enjoy a peaceful walk along the shoreline. The combination of rugged cliffs, rolling hills, and soft sand makes it feel like a true coastal paradise. Whether you’re hiking, picnicking, or just taking in the scenery, Andrew Molera State Park is a must-visit for anyone who loves nature. Truly a hidden treasure!

We camped here for a night and loved it. Bathrooms at the campground and at the parking lot were both very well maintained. The campground was beautiful. It was quiet and others camping there were quiet and respectful. Trails to the beach and the camp trail to the Big Sur River were both very well maintained. The views from the Bluff Trail were spectacular. Alas, we are just too old to be camp... We camped here for a night and loved it. Bathrooms at the campground and at the parking lot were both very well maintained. The campground was beautiful. It was quiet and others camping there were quiet and respectful. Trails to the beach and the camp trail to the Big Sur River were both very well maintained. The views from the Bluff Trail were spectacular. Alas, we are just too old to be camping anymore. My only feedback would be, the ground is not made out of memory foam. There is a short walk from the parking lot to the campground. While it's not long, you do need to carry everything in, and back out. Travel light, or put the kids to work.

Great scenery, ample parking. We hiked the Creamery Ridge, Panorama, and Bluffs Loop. This is the review of the trail— Amazing loop hike on a well formulated trail. We got an adventurous surprise when we were met by the Big Sur River, which required passing knee deep water; most everyone removed their shoes to cross, and the water is cold and refreshing. There’s a slight detour to see the beach th... Great scenery, ample parking. We hiked the Creamery Ridge, Panorama, and Bluffs Loop. This is the review of the trail— Amazing loop hike on a well formulated trail. We got an adventurous surprise when we were met by the Big Sur River, which required passing knee deep water; most everyone removed their shoes to cross, and the water is cold and refreshing. There’s a slight detour to see the beach that we enjoyed before beginning the loop. We took the trail, starting the loop to the right closer to the water, and this area is flatter, then further south, the trail cuts quickly east uphill, and you travel up pretty steadily until the juncture heading north. Enjoy the view here because after you’ll be in the trees for a while as you gradually move downhill along the ridge. The final mile of the loop trail, the view opens up again. And we were able to see the sunset. At dusk, we hiked back on the meadow trail and we spotted a young mountain lion. It’s the first week of April, so the river is flowing well and there is also a stream or two where you could filter water. Loads of wild flowers. Even more poison oak; wear long pants and high socks to avoid it getting your legs. Great trail.