Kirk Creek Campground
Open — Open year-round. Highway 1 is temporarily closed from the north at Limekiln; access from the south via San Luis Obispo or through Nacimiento/Ferguson Road. Trailers over 24 feet not recommended. Operates as first-come, first-served from late December through early January, with reservations available starting January 4.
Gifford Fire Closure Order
Gifford Fire Closure Order 05-07-53-25-21 supersedes Order 05-07-53-25-20 executed on August 24, 2025.
Sespe Condor Sanctuary Closure
The Los Padres National Forest will prohibit entry by the public to the Sespe Condor Sanctuary to support ongoing Condor recovery efforts. This special closure order supports the overall survivorship and sustained population increase of the California Condor species.
Forest Order - Special Closure - Storm Damage Recovery
Special Closure - Storm Damage Recovery - Los Padres National Forest - Forest Order NO. 05-07-53-25-07
Dry Canyon Area, Roads and Trails, and Wilderness Closure
Mt. Pinos Ranger District, Dry Canyon Area, Roads, Trails and Wilderness Closure
West Cuesta Fire Use Restrictions
Building, maintaining, attending, or using a wood or charcoal campfire, or cooking fire, on National Forest System (NFS) lands within the West Cuesta Fire Use Restriction Area
Prohibition of overnight camping and campfires at San Carpoforo Beach
The following acts are prohibited on San Carpoforo Beach, which includes all National Forest lands west of Highway 1 to the mean high tide line of the Pacific Ocean in Section 16, Township 25 South, Range 6 East, Mount Diablo Base a
Fire Restrictions for Santa Barbara Front Country
Fire restrictions are still in effect in the Santa Barbara front country. This prohibition will remain in effect through Feb 26, 2026.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued December 29 at 1:13PM PST until January 4 at 2:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.8 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...San Francisco Bay and San Pablo Bay shoreline, Monterey Bay shoreline, and the Pacific Coast. * WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to 2 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be: 1.5 ft above normal (7.36 ft MLLW) at 7:51 AM Wednesday 12/31 1.7 ft above normal (7.55 ft MLLW) at 8:41 AM Thursday 1/1 1.8 ft above normal (7.66 ft MLLW) at 9:34 AM Friday 1/2 1.8 ft above normal (7.63 ft MLLW) at 10:26 AM Saturday 1/3 1.6 ft above normal (7.42 ft MLLW) at 11:18 AM Sunday 1/4 These predictions include 0.5 feet of storm surge that will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
From Recreation.gov
**Highway One open from the South. **Highway One closed from North at Limekiln - access through Nacimiento/Ferguson Road. Trailers over 24ft not recommended.
About
Kirk Creek Campground is an oceanside paradise perched on a bluff 100 feet above the Pacific Ocean, with each of its 33 campsites offering stunning views of the Big Sur coastline. The spacious, open, grassy sites provide unobstructed ocean vistas where sunrises and sunsets are outstanding. From November to February, whales migrating along the coast can frequently be viewed from the campground. The campground offers direct access to a rocky beach via a short walk, while Sand Dollar Beach, the largest sandy beach in Big Sur and a popular spot for surfing, fishing, and swimming, is located just 5 miles south. Directly across Highway 1 is the Vicente Flats Trailhead, which leads into the Ventana Wilderness. Additional hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails throughout Los Padres National Forest offer scenic views of waterfalls, redwood groves, and mountain meadows. Wildlife in the area includes fox, bobcat, deer, and raccoon, with mountain lions and bears occasionally seen in the surrounding forest. The campground is operated by a concessionaire and offers a mix of reservable sites and first-come, first-served camping during certain periods. No water is available on-site, so campers must bring their own supply.
Directions
Highway 1 is temporarily closed from the Monterey area to the north. From San Luis Obispo, take Highway 1 north for approximately 60 miles to the campground. Alternative access is available via Nacimiento/Ferguson Road.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 56ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 56ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| customerservice@pmcparks.com | |
| Phone | +1 (805) 434-1996 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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