Garrapata State Park

Big Sur, California · State Park

Garrapata State Park offers stunning coastal views, lush landscapes, and diverse wildlife. With its scenic hiking trails along rugged cliffs and sandy beaches, it is a perfect spot for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Top trails

• Soberanes Point and Whale Peak — 1.6 mi loop
• Soberanes Canyon Trail — 2.5 mi out & back

Visiting

Fees — California State Library Parks Pass: $0.

Parking: No formal parking lot; visitors park in roadside pullouts and wide shoulders along Highway 1, with multiple access points distributed along the park's length.. Dogs allowed on leash. Phone: (831) 649-2836.

Top spots

• Calla Lily Valley — POI
• Soberanes Point — POI
• Soberanes Canyon — POI
• Whale Peak — POI
• Doud Peak — POI

Coordinates: 36.4680, -121.9075. Official website.

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