Amazing Big Sur Campgrounds

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Sheer cliffs. Crashing waves. Misty redwoods. Big Sur, California is a rugged stretch of stunning coastline on Highway One between Los Angeles and San Francisco, and it’s home to some of the dreamiest campsites in California!

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1. VENTANA CAMPGROUND

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2. PFEIFFER BIG SUR STATE PARK

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3. Limekiln State Park Campground

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4. Plaskett Creek Campground

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5. Ponderosa Campground

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Need help deciding what to pack? Here is everything you need for hammock camping or tent camping, plus a printable camping checklist.

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Swipe up FOR more campgrounds to check out in Big Sur!

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