Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Redwoods and the Big Sur River are tempting, but this park bans hanging anything from trees. Bring a stand if you want to swing, or just enjoy the shade.
No, hammocks may not be attached to trees or plants in any fashion here.
- Hammocks, clotheslines, slacklines and similar items may not be attached to trees and plants in any fashion.
- All plants in the state park are protected by law.
- A freestanding hammock stand is the only option we know of.
Rules change. Confirm with the land manager or campground host before you hang.
Hammockability breakdown
Generally light. Some mosquitoes near the Big Sur River in summer. Watch for poison oak and ticks.
Mild and often foggy in summer, rainy winters. Inland valley stays warmer than the coast.
- Pfeiffer Falls Trail
- Buzzard's Roost Trail
- Mount Manuel Trail
- Pfeiffer Big Sur Campground
- Andrew Molera State Park walk in camp
- Kirk Creek Campground
What to bring
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Likely yes, since campsites list hammocks as permitted equipment, but the park has no published hammock rule, so use wide straps and stay inside your site.
Yes, hammocks are officially permitted as long as you use straps that do not damage the trees.
Yes in many areas, but camping is banned at Graveyard Fields and limited to designated sites in parts of the Pisgah Ranger District.