Willow Creek Picnic Area is a beautiful, coastal, pebble beach located in Sonoma County. This location features black jagged cliffs and aqua blue oceanic views. The Big Sur coast is one of California's most sought out locations. The operation hours for this location are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and it is open year round.There isn't a place directly on the beach designated for camping, but if you go up further on the hill to some of the wide dirt patches, you can easily fit a tent.  Although there isn't a place on the rocky beach to overnight camp, there is plenty one can do in an eight hour day time stay. If you come to Willow Creek Beach to enjoy the views, there is a cliff off of the freeway that has parking spots looking over and onto the beach. To park in the suggested parking on the cliff, there is a $10 fee, however it is well worth it. Many are captivated by the black and blue unique hues of this beautiful coastal beach. This location is described by many as "one of California's treasures", while it only cost $10 to see, I would want a piece of the treasure too!

Willow Creek Picnic Area is equipped with toilets, but does not offer drinking water. Be sure to bring sufficient water supply for a day on the sea side, as the salt in the air combined with physical activity could lead to dehydration.