Plaskett Creek Campground

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PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
Sand Dollar Day Use
PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
Sand Dollar Day Use

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Restrooms Restrooms

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

38 total sites

RV Sites

18 sites

Tent Sites

20 sites

About Plaskett Creek Campground

Plaskett Creek Campground offers a beautiful location just minutes from Sand Dollar Beach, one of the largest and most popular beaches in central California. The campground gives visitors access to a variety of outdoor activities, including water play and exploration of the surrounding hills and forests. The family-friendly campground offers comfortably equipped sites, allowing anyone to enjoy a relaxing stay in the Los Padres National Forest.

Number of accommodations: 38

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer
Water Activities

Water Activities

Spring Summer Fall

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
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May
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Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Dec

Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Restrooms Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

38 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 006, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
026, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
027, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
028, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
029, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
030, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
031, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
033, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
034, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
035, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
036, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
037, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
038, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
039, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
040, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
041, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
042, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
043, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GS1, Loop: PLAS
25 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GS2, Loop: PLAS
40 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GS3, Loop: PLAS
40 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (1140)

What Guests Are Saying

Plaskett Creek Campground offers a beautiful, peaceful setting just a short walk from Sand Dollar Beach, making it a great spot for camping. Many visitors praised the friendly camp hosts and the spacious, scenic environment, ideal for families and pets. However, the campground faces criticism due to the lack of potable water and restroom facilities, with porta potties being the only option, which some found unsatisfactory.

Review Summary

4.3
1140 reviews
5
61.3%
699
4
19.0%
217
3
10.8%
123
2
4.0%
46
1
4.8%
55

Thomas P

Verified

November 22, 2024 Stayed at: 027, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

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Zach R

Verified

November 15, 2024 Stayed at: 027, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Awesome spot. Really close to the beach which was cool! Workers were super nice.

Zach R

Verified

November 15, 2024 Stayed at: 027, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Awesome spot. Really close to the beach which was cool! Workers were super nice.

Laura H

Verified

November 13, 2024 Stayed at: 035, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

We could not tell from the campsite photos that many of the sites have a shorter driveway and only half of which may be level. We were sleeping in two cars, so we hoped to switch sites to a more level one for both cars. The camp host (Ken) was off duty for the days we were there, but even so helped us sort this campsite situation out temporarily and gave us a lot of useful info. The next day, the relief camp host (Michael) arrived and in a most friendly manner assured us he would find us a campsite with a flatter driveway for our two cars by the time we returned from our day of exploring the area. And that's exactly what happened. Also, Michael gave us a lot of info about how to find jade stones on Sand Dollar beach, and wonderful waterfalls to hike to. The vibe at this campground is so friendly and the campsites and bathrooms are so clean and neat, it is a real pleasure to stay here.

Laura H

Verified

November 13, 2024 Stayed at: 035, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

We could not tell from the campsite photos that many of the sites have a shorter driveway and only half of which may be level. We were sleeping in two cars, so we hoped to switch sites to a more level one for both cars. The camp host (Ken) was off duty for the days we were there, but even so helped us sort this campsite situation out temporarily and gave us a lot of useful info. The next day, the relief camp host (Michael) arrived and in a most friendly manner assured us he would find us a campsite with a flatter driveway for our two cars by the time we returned from our day of exploring the area. And that's exactly what happened. Also, Michael gave us a lot of info about how to find jade stones on Sand Dollar beach, and wonderful waterfalls to hike to. The vibe at this campground is so friendly and the campsites and bathrooms are so clean and neat, it is a real pleasure to stay here.

Susan C

Verified

November 11, 2024 Stayed at: 036, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Great place to camp with a beautiful beach across Highway 1. Steep access but worth it!

Susan C

Verified

November 11, 2024 Stayed at: 036, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Great place to camp with a beautiful beach across Highway 1. Steep access but worth it!

Haila H

Verified

November 7, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

We love this campground. I especially like riding my bike to the end of the road without much traffic because of the landslide closure. It's just far enough away that it's not too far.

Julie G

Verified

November 7, 2024 Stayed at: 031, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Campground hosts were very nice. They kept the place clean. Even though there’s no water in the bathrooms to wash your hands, they kept the bathrooms very clean. Super nice place to camp, but I don’t recommend anybody else going there. The reason is I wanna make sure I can find a spot the next time I go :)

William W

Verified

November 7, 2024 Stayed at: 025, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Clean and beautiful campsite located between the ocean and the mountain.
Some of the toilets are flush-type.

Location Plaskett Creek Campground

Address:

Big Sur, CA, 93920
United States

Highway access

Plaskett Creek Campground is accessible via Highway 1, approximately 65 miles north from San Luis Obispo.

Elevation: 118 feet

Distance to downtown

34 mi drive to downtown Big Sur (about 52 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: August 23, 2026

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