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.
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.