Kirk Creek Campground
Open year-round. Highway 1 is temporarily closed from the Monterey area; access the campground from the south via Highway 1 from San Luis Obispo (approximately 60 miles north). Reservations can be made three days in advance through Recreation.gov; two sites are first-come, first-served.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 3:10PM PDT until November 1 at 6:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.9 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Bay Shoreline locations of San Pablo Bay, San Francisco Bay, and Monterey Bay. * WHEN...Until 6 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying infrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion. Rising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach than normal, restricting escape from beaches and coastal areas. More substantial impacts are expected along bayshore Marin County where increased flooding is anticipated across low lying areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.9 ft above normal (7.7 ft MLLW) at 02:39 PM Friday 10/30, 1.5 feet above normal (7.3 ft MLLW) at 03:44 PM on Saturday 10/31, and 1.0 ft above normal (6.8 ft MLLW) on Sunday 11/01 at 3:59 PM. These predictions include up to 1.5 ft of 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.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Monterey Ranger District Emergency Closure Order with Exceptions
To provide for public safety, the Timber and Plaskett Fire Area are closed, including roads and trails described in Exhibit A and shown on the Exhibit B Map.This Forest Order No. 05-07-51-26-11 supersedes Forest Order No. 05-07-51-26-10.
About
Kirk Creek Campground occupies a stunning bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean along Highway 1 in the Los Padres National Forest. At roughly 100 feet elevation, the campground provides panoramic views of the Big Sur coastline, with each spacious, grassy site oriented toward the ocean. Sunrises and sunsets here are exceptional, and migrating whales can be spotted offshore from November through February. The campground offers 33 single-family sites suitable for tents and RVs up to 30 feet. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. A short trail leads down to a rocky beach, while the Vicente Flats Trailhead across the highway provides access into the Ventana Wilderness for longer backcountry excursions. Wildlife in the area includes fox, bobcat, deer, and raccoon; mountain lions and bears are occasionally seen but have never entered the campground. Poison oak is abundant throughout the area. Sand Dollar Beach, the largest sandy beach in Big Sur and popular for surfing, fishing, and swimming, lies five miles to the south.
Directions
From San Luis Obispo, take Highway 1 north for approximately 60-80 miles. The campground is located about 35 miles south of Big Sur village. Highway 1 is currently closed from the Monterey/Big Sur area, so approach from the south.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| 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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