LIMEKILN STATE PARK
The park features breathtaking views of the Big Sur Coast, the beauty of the redwoods, the rugged coast and the cultural history of limekilns. The park has 33 campsites.
Located in Monterey County, California, the park was established in 1994. It spans over 700 acres and features redwood forests.
The name originates from lime kilns built there during the late-19th century by Rockland Lime and Lumber Company.
These were used to extract limestone for building materials until operations ceased around 1890 due to diminishing quality of limestone deposits.
In addition to its industrial history, it is also known for Hare Creek Canyon's old-growth coastal redwoods which are among some of California's oldest trees.
It offers camping facilities as well as hiking trails that lead visitors through lush forested areas towards a waterfall or historic sites.
- Limekiln State Park Campground: Offers 29 campsites, some are oceanfront and others in the redwood forest.
- Ocean View Sites: Provides breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.
- Redwoods Sites: Nestled within a coastal redwood grove for nature lovers.
- Hare Creek Site: Located near Hare creek with beautiful scenery.