Kirk Creek Campground

Gorgeous campsite with beautiful views no matter which site you end up with! At night the stars are unreal, I’ve never seen so many in my life! I didn’t see many reviews on this part of the campsite, and if I had we could have come more prepared. There’s no running water on the site, and the bathrooms are outhouses with no plumbing. Which is understandable for being on a location so close to the ocean with stunning views, but just want future guests to be more aware than I was! It was difficult to use the bathroom as it was during the summer and the bathrooms were full of flies. I will say I’m not an extreme camper so this felt more intense for me. Also you will lose service driving along the coast of Big Sur so download maps ahead of times, luckily this campsite is very well marked and easy to find!

Suggestion: the sites which only have dirt (which is rock hard) should be for RV’s (like site 25). The sites which have grass should only be for tent/car camping. Sleeping in a tent on rock rocky dirt is very uncomfortable.

It was very frustrating to look at a campground of 90% RV’s where the people didn’t use their huge grassy spots at all. While I’m in a tent at a site with zero grass basically sleeping on a patch of dirt road.

The giant bushes need to be trimmed down so site 25 has a view of the ocean. Currently it has zero view unless you practically sit on the paved loop road to see the ocean around the bushes.

This campground is only as good as the site you get.

People think there are tons of no-shows, but the host told me no-shows are exceptionally rare. What you’re seeing at the seemingly “empty” sites are people staying one night who arrive late at night and leave early in the morning (which seems a waste since the whole point is the daytime ocean view).

I asked to switch to one of the several “empty” sites with soft grass and fantastic ocean views and was told they were all booked. 🤷‍♀️

Like all campgrounds, no one should be allowed to blast music and disturb everyone else. Everyone comes here for peace and quiet. This should be stopped by the camp hosts. Use headphones so you don’t ruin it for everyone.

Kirk Creek is a very special campsite in Big Sur. The sites are relatively private and large. The nearby hiking trails are absolutely spectacular. The sunsets and scenery are some of the most epic I have seen any where in the world. While remote the facilities are adequate and one needs to go in with the understanding that this experience is a bit more roughing it than one might experience from some of the other campsites throughout Big Sur. If pit toilets are not your thing bring a portable toilet and shower setup. These small creature comforts can help to elevate the experience if they are important to you.

Most of all soak in the beautiful place you are in and appreciate how fortunate we are to have the opportunity to experience places like this.

Absolutely loved my time at Kirk Creek site #11. Very secluded and beautiful views. The trail/people go right next to the site but not a bad trade off for this site. Tall shrubbery offers privacy. Campground was extremely peaceful and especially quiet by 8pm. Can't beat the views and the hike down to the beach. Perfect for 1-2 people. Could do 3-4 adults but not much flat ground for big tents. Perfect spot for a truck camper to back in

the campsite is beautiful!!! Such a great spot. But I came here mostly to write a review on the incredible park ranger (I didn't even get his name). My battery died and he came to the rescue to help me get my car started again!! I ended up having more trouble with my car and as you know, there's no service out there and I was alone so I was worried. He made me feel so reassured and safe, gave me great advice and was able to get my car up and running again. I hope he has the best life ever, seriously. Could not recommend enough. If you're gonna camp somewhere in Big Sur where there's no service, this is the place to do it. Best ranger ever.