Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Campground

About this site

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Campground is one of California's most popular camping destinations, located 26 miles south of Carmel along Highway 1 in the Santa Lucia Mountains. The campground's 189 family campsites are spread throughout redwood groves, open meadows, and along the Big Sur River, offering varied camping experiences within the same park. Each site includes a parking area, fire pit, and picnic table, though no hookups are provided. Fresh water, flush toilets, and token-operated hot showers are distributed throughout the campground. The park encompasses 1,346 acres of diverse habitat including redwoods, conifers, oaks, sycamores, cottonwoods, maples, alders, and willows. Wildlife such as bobcats, black-tail deer, raccoons, and numerous bird species inhabit the area. Hikers can explore 8 miles of trails within the park, including a self-guided nature trail and the popular Pfeiffer Falls Trail, with access to over 200 miles of trails in the adjacent Ventana Wilderness. The on-site Big Sur Lodge offers a cafe and grocery store for provisions. Reservations are required year-round through ReserveCalifornia.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

32 feet

Contact

• https://www.parks.ca.gov/pbssp

Location

36.245130, -121.775554