Sign | Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is a beautiful and serene state park located along the Pine Ridge Trail in Big Sur, California, United States. This …
Don't get us wrong. Pfeiffer Beach is pretty. But the hype is overblown. We've been to prettier beaches, and not of them was as stinky or as freezing as this one. So if you're short on time, you can …Full review by JonKIsrael
Apr 4, 2025
Pfeiffer Beach was a serene escape that offered a perfect mix of beauty and tranquility for our family. The beach’s purple sand and dramatic rock formations were a sight we’ll never forget. We spent …Full review by Jonathan P
Mar 2, 2025
I visited Pfeiffer Beach while traveling to Big Sur for a unique André 3000 concert, and I was excited to check it out after hearing about its supposedly purple sand. While I didn’t see any purple or…Full review by 1VictoriaTheTraveler
What time does parking fill up on summer weekends?
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I don’t know. We were there in April. I suspect earlier is best. There are three different parking lots, so maybe 50 or so slots. But getting there is such a commitment you should go early.
Yes! We saw many peppers there! You just need to be careful because on some of the rocks are sea urchins,that can possibly harm your pet's paws and yourself for that matter!
Can we make a reservation for parking? I have heard on many occasions people could not visit the beach for lack of parking.
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Hi. I don't think you can make a parking reservation. It's first come first serve. I went there around 5 which was just before sunset and I didn't have a problem.
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