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Plaskett Creek Campground

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

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

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Hiking

Swimming

Water Activities

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

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

365 Days

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 (1089)

What Guests Are Saying

Plaskett Creek Campground is praised for its stunning natural beauty, friendly and helpful camp hosts, and proximity to Sand Dollar Beach, making it an ideal spot for a peaceful getaway. While there are no potable water facilities and the restrooms were closed during some visits, well-maintained portable toilets were available. Many reviewers expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's spacious sites and tranquil atmosphere.

Review Summary

4.3
1089 reviews
5
62.4%
680
4
18.7%
204
3
10.4%
113
2
3.9%
42
1
4.6%
50

Vritika S

Verified

September 14, 2022 Stayed at: 025, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

2

No potable water or flush toilets as was expected based on online information. No prior notice that facilities were unavailable. Firewood is very expensive - $15 per bundle. Based on PMC Parks information, firewood should have been $10/bundle: "Firewood:
All of our campgrounds which have hosts on site sell firewood. They sell for $10 per bundle. You are also welcome to bring your own, but please do try to buy where you will burn." The location is nice, that's about it.

Vritika S

Verified

September 14, 2022 Stayed at: 025, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

2

No potable water or flush toilets as was expected based on online information. No prior notice that facilities were unavailable. Firewood is very expensive - $15 per bundle. Based on PMC Parks information, firewood should have been $10/bundle: "Firewood:
All of our campgrounds which have hosts on site sell firewood. They sell for $10 per bundle. You are also welcome to bring your own, but please do try to buy where you will burn." The location is nice, that's about it.

Jessica M

Verified

September 10, 2022 Stayed at: 034, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

2

Porta pots and non potable water is the current situation at your campground. That is tough when hoping to stay in your beautiful location for more than 2-3 days. If it is for financial reasons the bathroom facilities are not up and running, then hope funds can became available again soon.
Location is stunning and campground layout is great, it truly is a gem. Just hope the amenities can get back to a better maintained state.

Jessica M

Verified

September 10, 2022 Stayed at: 034, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

2

Porta pots and non potable water is the current situation at your campground. That is tough when hoping to stay in your beautiful location for more than 2-3 days. If it is for financial reasons the bathroom facilities are not up and running, then hope funds can became available again soon.
Location is stunning and campground layout is great, it truly is a gem. Just hope the amenities can get back to a better maintained state.

Maxime M

Verified

September 8, 2022 Stayed at: GS2, Loop: PLAS

1

I am a foreigner traveling for several months around the world. We camped in 6 national parks and their state campgrounds for 3 weeks this summer and all went well until I made the mistake of booking this campground which at first seemed great to me… My first mistake was to book a group site (at $150) without realizing it because I thought that the prices in the area were much higher than in the national parks (by studying other campsites the prices were higher). Then, our GPS took us as always following the directions of the recration.gov application to our location. I had doubts about this location but we did not find anyone the same evening or the next morning to confirm that we were in the right place. So we left to discover the Monterrey aquarium, leaving our camp. We had a problem with our car in Monterrey which required us to spend the night there. Coming back the following day at the end of the day, our tent had disappeared... We took a good hour to find a guard to get an explanation. We were in the wrong location and they had to move our tent to make room for people who had booked at this location. We were dropped our tent with our bulk bags in it at our site (at $150\night) for a group when we are a family of 3. We left the next day with no regrets. My opinion on this campsite is that everything seemed vague to me, whereas everything was very clear in the 6 other state campsites that I was able to do with my family. Lastly, I found the staff rude. They look like thugs out of an old 80s B series… Aside from our last bad camping experience in the American West, the campsite is quite nice with a view of the sea for group sites at $150, if you have the means, don't hesitate...

Maxime M

Verified

September 8, 2022 Stayed at: GS2, Loop: PLAS

1

I am a foreigner traveling for several months around the world. We camped in 6 national parks and their state campgrounds for 3 weeks this summer and all went well until I made the mistake of booking this campground which at first seemed great to me… My first mistake was to book a group site (at $150) without realizing it because I thought that the prices in the area were much higher than in the national parks (by studying other campsites the prices were higher). Then, our GPS took us as always following the directions of the recration.gov application to our location. I had doubts about this location but we did not find anyone the same evening or the next morning to confirm that we were in the right place. So we left to discover the Monterrey aquarium, leaving our camp. We had a problem with our car in Monterrey which required us to spend the night there. Coming back the following day at the end of the day, our tent had disappeared... We took a good hour to find a guard to get an explanation. We were in the wrong location and they had to move our tent to make room for people who had booked at this location. We were dropped our tent with our bulk bags in it at our site (at $150\night) for a group when we are a family of 3. We left the next day with no regrets. My opinion on this campsite is that everything seemed vague to me, whereas everything was very clear in the 6 other state campsites that I was able to do with my family. Lastly, I found the staff rude. They look like thugs out of an old 80s B series… Aside from our last bad camping experience in the American West, the campsite is quite nice with a view of the sea for group sites at $150, if you have the means, don't hesitate...

Stephanie B

Verified

August 29, 2022 Stayed at: 033, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

3

There are only heavily used porta-potties and no potable water available at the campground. Camp sites are very nice and location is wonderful!

Stephanie B

Verified

August 29, 2022 Stayed at: 033, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

3

There are only heavily used porta-potties and no potable water available at the campground. Camp sites are very nice and location is wonderful!

Jane M

Verified

August 26, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

3

NO WATER AT CAMPGROUND. The posted description says they have flush toilets and water faucets, but they don't--grubby vault toilets only. The business that runs the campground for the Parks Service charges $5 for a gallon of drinking water. The campground is otherwise very nice, and the beach across the street is spectacular.

Jane M

Verified

August 26, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

3

NO WATER AT CAMPGROUND. The posted description says they have flush toilets and water faucets, but they don't--grubby vault toilets only. The business that runs the campground for the Parks Service charges $5 for a gallon of drinking water. The campground is otherwise very nice, and the beach across the street is spectacular.

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.

Latitude & Longitude: 35.9172 / -121.465

Elevation: 118 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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