Asilomar State Beach

Asilomar State Beach is a public state park in California near Pacific Grove in Monterey County County. Spanning 107 acres and established in 1951, this park offers visitors the chance to ride along dedicated bike paths, take to the water by boat, camp under the stars, and cast a line in pristine waters.

Quick Facts

Things to Do at Asilomar State Beach

Visitors to Asilomar State Beach can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities:

• Biking – Ride along dedicated bike paths
• Boating – Take to the water by boat
• Camping – Camp under the stars
• Fishing – Cast a line in pristine waters
• Hiking – Explore scenic trails
• Historic Sites – Discover fascinating history
• Picnicking – Enjoy a picnic in beautiful surroundings
• Swimming – Cool off with a swim
• Wildlife Watching – Observe diverse wildlife

Location & Getting There

Asilomar State Beach is located near Pacific Grove, California. The park’s coordinates are 36.6240912, -121.9400897.

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Asilomar State Beach is one of many outstanding state parks in California. Discover more parks in our Best State Parks in California guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.

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