Plaskett Creek Campground
Open — Open year-round. Highway 1 is accessible from the south via San Luis Obispo but closed from the north at Limekiln. Access from the north requires Nacimiento-Fergusson Road; trailers over 24 feet not recommended on this route.
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.
Special Closure - SBRD Storm Damage Recovery
Closure of developed recreation sites, roads, and trails in the Santa Barbara Ranger District impacted by storm damage and some roads restricted to non-motorized use.
Special Closure - SLRD Lake Fire Post-Burn Public Safety
Closure of developed recreation sites and roads on the Santa Lucia Ranger District impacted by the Lake fire.
Dry Canyon Area, Roads and Trails, and Wilderness Closure
Mt. Pinos Ranger District, Dry Canyon Area, Roads, Trails and Wilderness Closure
Road Use Restriction - Sycamore Cyn Rd to Pfeiffer Beach
Prohibits being on Sycamore Canyon Road (Forest Road No.
West Cuesta Fire Use Restrictions
Prohibits building, maintaining, attending, or using a wood or charcoal campfire, or cooking fire, on National Forest System lands within the West Cuesta Fire Use Restriction Area. Reference the description of the area and attached map for details.
San Carpoforo Beach Prohibition of Overnight Camping and Campfires
Prohibits overnight camping and building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire on San Carpoforo Beach, which includes all National Forest lands west of Highway 1 to the mean high tide line of the 
Santa Barbara Front Country Fire Use Restrictions
Prohibits building, maintaining, attending, or using a wood or charcoal campfire, or cooking fire, on National Forest System lands within the Fire Use Restriction Area which is the front country of Santa Barbara. Reference the description of the area and the attached map for details.
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
Plaskett Creek Campground sits at 200 feet elevation on the east side of Highway 1 in the Los Padres National Forest, offering a scenic coastal camping experience in the Big Sur region. The 41-site campground features a park-like setting under a scattered canopy of mature Monterey pine and cypress trees, with all sites on grass. The Pacific Ocean is audible from many campsites, and Sand Dollar Beach, the largest sandy beach in the Big Sur area, is within walking distance. The campground provides excellent access to coastal activities including surfing, fishing, swimming, and beach exploration. Trails along the beach lead to scenic bluffs overlooking coves and the Pacific coastline. Additional hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails are within a short drive, offering views of waterfalls, redwood groves, and mountain meadows. Wildlife in the area includes fox, bobcat, deer, and raccoon, with occasional mountain lion and bear sightings in the surrounding forest. Each campsite includes a picnic table, fire ring, and pedestal grill. The campground is well-maintained with clean vault toilets and offers a peaceful retreat for families and outdoor enthusiasts exploring the central California coast.
Directions
From San Luis Obispo, travel north on Highway 1 for approximately 65 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 - $200 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| parksman@fix.net | |
| Phone | +1 (805) 434-1996 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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