Know before you go
A little care.
A better day out.
Public access
Use signed Hearst San Simeon State Park access and the official trail map. Dogs are prohibited on Boucher Trail. Stay behind wildlife barriers.
Keep the coast wild
Stay on signed public access. Check current closures and swell, keep back from bluff edges, and give wildlife space.
Planning to bring a dog? Check the land manager’s current pet rules for this exact route and beach.
Your walk
Boucher Trail; follow park signs and current access notices.
The Atlas pin is an approximate access-area marker. Use the official route map, signs and closures for navigation.
Winter · elephant-seal breeding
The rookery has different activity throughout the year. Check the viewing guide before travel and watch from designated public areas.
Seasonal viewing guide ↗Typical timing, not a promised sighting.