Campsite

San Simeon Creek Campground

CampgroundCalifornia, United States5.0

About this site

San Simeon Creek Campground is the main campground in Hearst San Simeon State Park, offering 134 campsites for tent camping and RVs up to 35 feet, plus 2 hike-and-bike sites. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. Facilities include water spigots, flush toilets, coin-operated showers, dump station, and RV water fill-up. No hookups available. Located a short walk from the beach with activities including hiking, fishing, surfing, beachcombing, bird watching, and whale watching. Additional Info: Sites 1-35 are more open with ocean and valley views; sites 36-119 offer more privacy among trees. Reservations available through ReserveCalifornia, especially mid-March through September. Phone: (805) 927-2035.

Amenities & access

Access

  • Drive-in access
  • Hike-in access

Amenities

  • Toilets
  • Showers
  • Fire Rings
  • Clean Water
  • Trash

Maximum vehicle length

35 feet

Contact

Location

35.594384, -121.117054

Reviews (1)

  • C

    Camper

    February 4, 2026

    5

    Didn’t stay here but grabbed some pictures of some sites. A bit more close together compared to Washburn sites up the hill. $35 a night so a bit more expensive too. Still beautiful and a great backup to be able to explore Big Sur when you don’t have reservations up there!

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