Los Padres National Forest
 

Pfeiffer Beach Day Use
Area Status: Open
This area is Open
 

[Pfeiffer Beach]

Beautiful beach with spectacular sunsets.

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At a Glance

Current Conditions: open. $12/parking
Operational Hours: Open 9:00 a.m. to sunset
Reservations: None
Area Amenities: Toilets,Parking
Fees $12.00 day use fee or you can purchase and display the Parks Management Company (PMC) Annual Pass $50.00. More info at: www.campone.com The Parks Management Company manages Pfeiffer Beach Day Use Area for the Forest Service. The Golden Age Pass, Access Pass or the Interagency Senior, Access or Annual Pass cannot be used for day use.
Open Season: January - December
Usage: Medium-Heavy
Restrictions: No overnight camping.
Closest Towns: Nearest supplies approximately 5 miles away at Big Sur Valley Area.
Water: None
Restroom: Vault
Operated By: Parks Management Company for the Forest Service
Information Center: Monterey Ranger District office: 831-242-0619​or call the​ Big Sur Visitor Center: (831) 667-2315.

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Highway 1 to Sycamore Canyon Road. The road is difficult to see. It is in between the Big Sur Ranger Station and the Post Office.


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