SLO State Parks

The Mission

The mission of the California Department of Parks and Recreation is to provide for the health, inspiration and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

Hearst Castle is a State Park

The California State Park's very best is represented by their locations in and around Hearst Castle. From W.R. Memorial State Beach and San Simeon State Park to the Elephant Seals and Hearst Castle itself, some of the finest parks and campgrounds in California are located within a short distance from the feature attraction. Come enjoy the best that California Department of Parks and Recreation has to offer, come visit the Hearst Castle Historical Monument.

State Park Information

For general State Park information, contact the Information Officer at P.O. Box 942896, Sacramento, CA 94296-0001, call or visit the State Park's website

San Simeon State Park Brochures
Brochure Download/View
San Simeon Brochure (Text and Photos) ~296kB PDF
San Simeon Map (full map) ~756kB PDF
San Simeon Map East (Eastern Half ot the Park) ~748kB PDF
San Simeon Map West (Western Half of the Park) ~748kB PDF