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JOHN LITTLE STATE PARK
JOHN LITTLE STATE PARK
The purpose of John Little State Reserve, in Monterey County, is to preserve and protect an area of steep, rugged cliffs on the Big Sur coast where Lime Creek enters the Pacific Ocean. The unit contains the original 1917 cabin of early conservationist Elizabeth K. Livermore.

John Little State Reserve is a scenically valuable point of land between State Highway 1 and the Pacific Ocean which embraces both banks of Lime Creek in Monterey County. A small portion of the reserve extends across Highway 1 at the north end. The reserve makes available for public enjoyment, in an unspoiled condition forever, the scenic and natural values of the property.
History of the Area
The park is named after John Little who was a conservationist and rancher. Established in 1953, it spans over nine acres of land along Big Sur's coastline. The state acquired this natural reserve from Mr. Little to protect Limekiln Creek's watershed area which flows directly into the Pacific Ocean.

The park features an old homestead cabin built by John himself that still stands today as a historical landmark within its boundaries.

It offers visitors scenic views with opportunities for hiking and wildlife viewing while preserving important local ecosystems.


Location
John Little State Park is located near Greenfield


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Area Campgrounds
Big Sur Campground
47000 Highway 1
Big Sur, CA
831-667-2322
Fernwood Resort LLC
47200 Highway 1
Big Sur, CA
831-667-2422
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Directions
From San Francisco:
- Head southbound on US 101.
- Take exit towards CA-1 S/19th Ave.
- Merge onto Junipero Serra Blvd.

From Los Angeles:
- Start northbound I5 to Sacramento/San Jose
- Exit at CA152 W/Pacheco Pass Hwy in Santa Nella toward Gilroy/Hollister.

Once you reach the vicinity of John Little State Park, follow these steps:
Local Directions:
- Turn right onto El Camino Real/Cabrillo Highway (CA1).
- Continue until reaching Limekiln Creek Bridge and turn left into park entrance.

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