Andrew Molera State Park

Andrew Molera State Park is a protected area along California's coast featuring ocean cliffs, open meadows, coastal forests, and a sandy beach connected by numerous trails. The landscape includes varied terrain, from grasslands and ridges to wooded ravines that lead down to the shoreline.

The park was established in 1968 and takes its name from Andrew Molera, a rancher who operated on this land in earlier decades. The family shaped the landscape through farming and cattle operations over generations.

The park contains the oldest building in Big Sur and serves as an educational center for understanding California condor conservation and local wildlife.

The park offers more than 20 miles of trails with different difficulty levels, suitable for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. Visitors should prepare for changing conditions as routes range from coastal areas to higher terrain.

The area contains one of the oldest buildings in the Big Sur region, standing as evidence of early settlement along this rugged coastline. The structure shows how settlers adapted to life in this remote and challenging environment.

Location: Monterey County

Inception: 1968

Operator: California Department of Parks and Recreation

Website: http://parks.ca.gov/?page_id=582

GPS coordinates: 36.28330,-121.83300

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:52