Kirk Creek Campground
Area Status: Closed
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Located on open bluff, 100 feet above sea level. Spectacular views! Recreational Vehicles no longer than 30 feet. There are 40 campsites. (2) campsites are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Reservations are available through Recreation.gov or you can call 1-877-444-6777.
Camp host occasionally has drinking water available and firewood. It is best to bring all of your own water.
In campgrounds and picnic areas, dogs mst be kept on a leash. Dogs must wear a collar with current tags, as state and county laws apply on National Forest System lands. and within your control at all times.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Temporarily closed by Forest order 5-07-00-23-07 through July 24, 2023 |
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Operational Hours: | Check-in time: 3:00pm, Check-out time: 12:00 noon. Quiet Hours: 10:00pm – 6:00am |
Reservations: | Reservations: www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. Reservations need to be made 3 or more days in advance. This is a very popular campground and making reservations well in advance is recommended. |
Area Amenities: | Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Parking |
Fees: | $45.00 per night, per site. Sites accommodate 6-8 people and 2 vehicles allowed per site. Interagency Senior Pass or Access Pass entitles pass holder to 50% discount on camping fee only. Not valid for extra vehicles or day use within campground. Extra vehicle charge of $10.00 per night based on facility rules and regulations and availability Bicycle or walk-in tent camping is $5 per night. Firewood and water can be purchased from camphost available. |
Usage: | Heavy |
Best Season: | fall, winter, spring, summer |
Busiest Season: | summer |
Restrictions: | 14 day maximum stay. |
Closest Towns: | Nearest store in Lucia. Nearest dump station 40 miles south to San Simeon State Park. |
Water: | No Water |
Restroom: | Vault |
Passes: | 50% off camping price when the Interagency Senior or Access pass is presented to the camphost at the campground or used when making a reservation. |
Operated By: | Managed by Parks Management Company for the Forest Service |
Information Center: | Monterey Ranger District Office (831) 385-5434 ext 0 |
General Information
Directions:Take Highway 1, 80 miles North of San Luis Obispo or 35 miles south of the community of Big Sur.
Parking:
Extra vehicle parking is $10/night.
Activities
Campground Camping
Hiking, fishing, beach access.
No. of Sites | 40 |
Reservation Info | 33 sites are available to reserve through www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. |
Current Conditions: | Campground host sells firewood. |
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Amenities
Camping trailer: | yes |
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Picnic tables: | yes |
Tent camping: | yes |
Parking: | $10/night for extra vehicles |
Toilets: | Vault |