Kirk Creek Campground

Area Status: Closed

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
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.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

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.