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CONTACT INFORMATION

Melody Hildreth (Primary Contact) *
Special Events Coordinator, Monterey District / Big Sur Sector
[email protected]
[email protected]
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=29834


Back up email contacts
Special Events Coordinator, Monterey District / Supervising Ranger Big Sur Sector
[email protected]
[email protected]


Permits Department, State Parks and Beaches
California Film Commission
7080 Hollywood Blvd., Suite 900, Hollywood, CA 90028 USA
323.860.2960 phone 1
800.858.4749 phone 2
[email protected]
http://film.ca.gov/state-permits/parks-beaches/


* key contact

WEBSITE:
State Park Website
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Brochure & Map
Big Sur Beaches

Keywords: Coastal; Hills; Mountains; Trails; Unpaved Roads; Valleys; Wilderness

Site Condition: THERE IS NO BEACH OR OCEAN ACCESS IN THIS PARK The turn-off for popular Pfeiffer Beach is located on Highway 1, approximately one mile south of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park's entrance. Heading south from the State Park entrance, it is the second right turn. Pfeiffer Beach is not a California State Park and charges a separate entrance fee.

General Notes: updated 5.22.25 bd / updated by: [Hildreth, Melody] 8/17/2025 4:05:04 PM

Jurisdictions: CALIFORNIA FILM COMMISSION - CFC, MONTEREY COUNTY FILM COMMISSION - FLICS

Within 30-Mile Studio Zone: N

State Property: Y

Closed/Vacant: N

Ownership: state

Verified: 10/21/2025

Location Details

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park (SP)

United States / Big Sur, California
Location ID: #10094589

***NO BEACH OR OCEAN ACCESS***
On the western slope of the Santa Lucia Mountains, the peaks of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park tower high above the Big Sur River Gorge, where the Big Sur River enters this popular park. Walk along the banks of the river and among the redwoods, conifers, oaks, sycamores, cottonwoods, maples, alders and willows. A large campground accommodates hikers, bikers, car campers and RVers. Many campsites are located along the Big Sur River. Wildlife includes bobcats, black-tail deer, gray squirrels, raccoons, skunks, and birds such as dippers and belted kingfishers. Hikers can enjoy many scenic trails, including a self-guided nature trail. Big Sur Lodge is located in the park .The lodge has 61 guest rooms, a conference center, cafe, and a grocery store.

Location Category:

  • NATURAL LANDSCAPES / PARKS - *;
  • NATURAL LANDSCAPES / PARKS - Camps / Campgrounds;
  • NATURAL LANDSCAPES / PARKS - Forests / Woodlands;
  • NATURAL LANDSCAPES / PARKS - State Parks;
  • WATER & COASTAL AREAS - *;
  • WATER & COASTAL AREAS - Beaches / Coastline;
  • WATER & COASTAL AREAS - Rivers / Rapids
 
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