Big Sur Camping

Monterey County County

Pfeiffer Beach, Big Sur, California
Pfeiffer Beach, Big Sur, California

Big Sur Camping

Monterey County


Andrew Molera State Park Camping

Andrew Molera State Park has 24 walk-in campsites at their Trail Camp in a meadow about a third of a mile from the parking area. Two of the sites are Hike-and-Bike campsites. Campers must carry their gear to the campsites by crossing seasonal bridge over the Big Sur River. Campsites are reserved using Reserve California.

Campground Information

  • A maximum of 4 people is allowed per site, 2 tents, one vehicle
  • Camping allowed up to 7 consecutive nights
  • Fee: $30 per night (includes admission to the park); $5 per night for Hike-and-Bike sites.
  • Sites equipped with picnic table, fire pit with grill, and food storage locker
  • Two restrooms with flush toilets and sinks; no showers
  • Piped water available in several locations around the campground
  • Firewood and trail maps sold by park manager between 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM
  • Quiet time: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM
  • Checkout time: 12 Noon; Check-in 2:00 PM
  • Dogs are not allowed at the Trail Camp

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Riverside Campground & Cabins

Highway 1, Big Sur, CA
(831) 667-2414
Riverside Campground & Cabins
Campsites: 28 tent sites, 14 RV sites (20 amp & water hook-ups), picnic tables, fire pits.
Limit of 5 people per site
Facilities: Cabins, beach access, hot showers, laundry, restrooms
Rates: $$

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Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park covers 1,006 acres in Big Sur with redwoods, oaks, chaparral and meadows. Within the park are 8 miles of hiking trails. The park adjoins the Ventana Wilderness with miles of trails.

Within each campground are several sites are set aside for tents only. RVs are limited to 32 feet and trailers to 27 feet.

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Camping

Location: Highway 1, 26 miles south of Carmel
Contact: Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park   (831) 667-2315
Facilities: Big Sur Lodge, conference center, cafe, grocery store, campgrounds, restrooms, showers, nature center
Hours: ½ hour before sunrise to ½ hour after sunset
Campgrounds: South Camp (78 sites) and Weyland (32 sites) Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia:
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Campground Reservations
Fees: Standard site $35, premium sites $50

Other Big Sur Camping

Big Sur Campground and Cabins

47000 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA
(831) 667-2322
Big Sur Campground and Cabins
Campsites: Tent and RV sites, bath house, hot showers, RVs up to 40', water and electric hook-ups, dump station
Facilities: Cabins, camping cabins, close to river, outdoor sports, laundry, playground, store
Rates: $$ - $$$

Fernwood Resort

47200 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA
(831) 667-2422
Fernwood Resort
Motel Rooms:
Campsites: Tents, RV sites, tent cabins, bath houses, hot showers, electric hook-ups
Facilities: Store, tavern, restaurant, motel, cabins
Rates: $$


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Ocean Safety

California State Parks and Recreation cautions that "large surf, cold water temperatures, backwash, sudden drop-offs, pounding shorebreak, and dangerous rip currents can turn what seem like safe activities such as playing near the surf line, wading, or climbing on rock outcroppings, deadly." Learn more about ocean safety at CA State Parks: Ocean Safety