Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Big Sur, CA
Nestled along the stunning California coastline, Big Sur offers a myriad of camping options that cater to every outdoor enthusiast's preference. For RV campers, Big Sur Campground & Cabins provides full-hookup sites surrounded by towering redwoods, ensuring a perfect blend of comfort and nature. Tent camping aficionados will love Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, where picturesque sites are located near the majestic Big Sur River and an array of hiking trails, offering breathtaking views of the rugged coastal landscape. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping can be found in nearby Los Padres National Forest, where adventurous campers can set up their tents amidst the wild beauty of the Santa Lucia Mountains. Experience the unique geography, which includes dramatic cliffs, lush forests, and spectacular ocean vistas, all while enjoying the serene ambiance of Big Sur. Whether you choose an organized campground or a wild escape, the diverse camping options in Big Sur promise unforgettable experiences in one of California's most enchanting locales.
Pfeiffer Big Sur Campground is part of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park in California (56 min south of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 225 feet. There are a total of 157 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 156 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $35.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, accessible, laundry facility, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
China Camp is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (1 hr 20 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 4,311 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
White Oaks Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (1 hr 8 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 4,013 feet. There are a total of 8 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Arroyo Seco Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (59 min south of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 956 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites including 17 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 22 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $35.00 to $150.00. Some amenities include shower. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Memorial Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (2 hrs 1 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 2,102 feet. There are a total of 8 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Limekiln Campground is part of Limekiln State Park in California (3 hrs 26 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 105 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 24 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, accessible, swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Valley View Campground is part of Fremont Peak State Park in California (51 min northeast of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 2,722 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 8 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Oak Point Campground is part of Fremont Peak State Park in California (50 min northeast of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 2,722 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Sunset Campground is part of Sunset State Beach in California (just 17 min southwest of Watsonville, CA) with an elevation of 132 feet. There are a total of 84 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
New Brighton Campground is part of New Brighton State Beach in California (just 12 min east of Santa Cruz, CA) with an elevation of 123 feet. There are a total of 106 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 36 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 10 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
San Simeon Creek Campground is part of Hearst San Simeon State Park in California (45 min west of El Paso de Robles, CA) with an elevation of 45 feet. There are a total of 119 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 114 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 19 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Washburn Campground is part of Hearst San Simeon State Park in California (45 min west of El Paso de Robles, CA) with an elevation of 195 feet. There are a total of 65 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Coe Ranch Campground is part of Henry W Coe State Park in California (36 min northeast of Morgan Hill, CA) with an elevation of 2,623 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 10 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 22 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Los Banos Creek Campground is part of San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area in California (just 24 min southwest of Los Banos, CA) with an elevation of 351 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
San Luis Creek Campground is part of San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area in California (just 24 min west of Los Banos, CA) with an elevation of 546 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $40.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, boat ramp, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Portola Redwoods Campground is part of Portola Redwoods State Park in California (43 min southwest of Palo Alto, CA) with an elevation of 425 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 36 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 24 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, accessible, restroom, amphitheater, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
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