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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Aug
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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

Julianna P

Verified

May 8, 2026 Stayed at: 016, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

4

When I arrived, the host was off duty and it said to visit relief host for check in but I didn't see any info about where the relief host would be. He ended up approaching me and saying hello then providing my parking pass. Site 16's tree has been destroyed so there's no shade but there was also no sun so it's all good. sunset was beautiful, visible from those first sites near the entrance. That short walk to the beach is just so amazing!! I loved this place so much last year I was okay with only a 1-night stay to just enjoy that sweet ocean access. They had tons of porter-pottys so using the bathroom was no problem. Bring water because they had no potable water.

Chris S

Verified

May 8, 2026 Stayed at: GS2, Loop: PLAS

5

So clean. Best camp latrines I’ve ever seen, no kidding!

JeniLee N

Verified

May 8, 2026 Stayed at: 029, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

The grounds are clean and spacious. There are beautiful nature and neat sites to explore. However it’s the hosts who made this stay amazing! They were gracious and friendly when we woke them up at 11 o’clock at night due to being locked out of the car while still setting up camp. These are amazing people who care about the work they do!

KUno A

Verified

May 7, 2026 Stayed at: 020, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Very quiet, roomy sites, clean, host very friendly and helpful.

John S

Verified

May 7, 2026 Stayed at: 008, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Very nice campground. The hosts love their jobs. The area is beautiful.

Bonifacio S

Verified

May 7, 2026 Stayed at: 040, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

3

The campsite is prone to water shortages!
Portable potties will be used.

Smith H

Verified

May 7, 2026 Stayed at: 024, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

3

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Kate E

Verified

May 6, 2026 Stayed at: 026, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

The location of this camp site is EPIC: right in Big Sur without cell phone service across the street from a great surfing beach. My little boys loved collecting shells and sand dollars. I loved this campsite.

William P

Verified

May 6, 2026 Stayed at: 035, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

1

NO WATER, NO BATHROOMS

Tim E

Verified

May 2, 2026 Stayed at: 008, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

4

The only reason I didn’t rate the campground excellent was they didn’t have any potable water. Everything else was great. Our site was good the camp hosts were very friendly and explained a lot about the area. Would definitely come back.

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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