Montaña de Oro SP

State Park

Service Reduction Information
The Islay Creek Campground will have half of its campsites closed. Campsites may be available on a first come first served basis during holiday periods.

The information on accessible trail access remains the same.

The Hazard Horse campsites will remain open.

This park features rugged cliffs, secluded sandy beaches, coastal plains, streams, canyons, and hills, including 1,347-foot Valencia Peak. Naturalists and backpackers enjoy the solitude and freedom found along the park’s trails. There are also mountain biking and equestrian trails. The best-known beach is Spooner’s Cove, across from the campground. The park’s name, "Mountain of Gold," comes from the golden wildflowers that bloom in spring. Wildlife in the park includes black tailed deer and the black oystercatcher. The park includes primitive and equestrian campsites.

Location - Directions
The park is six miles southwest of Morro bay and seven miles south of Los Osos on Pecho Road.
Latitude/Longitude: 35.2639 / -120.8622

Seasons - Climate - Recommended clothing
The weather can be changeable; layered clothing is recommended.


Brochures Panorama Video Photos State Parks Store Current Weather Map of Location Accessible Features Cities near the park: California Coastline Photos:	Montaña de Oro SP State Park Service Reduction Information The Islay Creek Campground will have half of its campsites closed. Campsites may be available on a first come first served basis during holiday periods. The information on accessible trail access remains the same. The Hazard Horse campsites will remain open. This park features rugged cliffs, secluded sandy beaches, coastal plains, streams, canyons, and hills, including 1,347-foot Valencia Peak. Naturalists and backpackers enjoy the solitude and freedom found along the park’s trails. There are also mountain biking and equestrian trails. The best-known beach is Spooner’s Cove, across from the campground. The park’s name, "Mountain of Gold," comes from the golden wildflowers that bloom in spring. Wildlife in the park includes black tailed deer and the black oystercatcher. The park includes primitive and equestrian campsites. Location - Directions The park is six miles southwest of Morro bay and seven miles south of Los Osos on Pecho Road. Latitude/Longitude: 35.2639 / -120.8622 Seasons - Climate - Recommended clothing The weather can be changeable; layered clothing is recommended.	Park Features Icon Legend Max Camper Length: 27 Feet Max Trailer Length: 27 Feet Hours Call the park County San Luis Obispo Region Central Coast Telephone 805-528-0513 805-772-7434 Operating Hours Call the park