Creek Campground
Open year-round. Reservations available through ReserveCalifornia.com up to six months in advance. Park hours are 8am to sunset. Maximum stay is 10 consecutive nights.
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 8 at 1:10PM PDT until October 12 at 2:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Minor tidal overflow flooding is expected. Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides of 6.6 to 7.2 feet will be common each morning, with large secondary high tides in the evening hours.
About
San Simeon Creek Campground sits within Hearst San Simeon State Park on California's scenic central coast near Cambria. The campground features 134 sites suitable for tents and RVs up to 35 feet in length. Each campsite comes equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. Amenities include flush toilets, token-operated hot showers, potable water from fill stations, and an RV sanitation dump station. No electrical hookups are available. The campground is positioned a short walk from the beach and provides easy access to the park's natural attractions, including the Moonstone Beach boardwalk and the famous Piedras Blancas elephant seal rookery viewing area. The park offers interpretive programs at the Campfire Center for families. Dogs are allowed in the campground but must remain leashed and are prohibited on adjacent beaches and trails. Reservations are available year-round through ReserveCalifornia.com up to six months in advance. Sites accommodate up to 8 people with a 2-vehicle limit. Campers are limited to 10 consecutive nights per stay.
Directions
Located 5 miles south of Hearst Castle on Highway 1, 29 miles west of Paso Robles via Highway 46, or 35 miles north of San Luis Obispo on Highway 1. The campground entrance is off Highway 1 between San Simeon and Cambria.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (805) 927-2035 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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