Washburn Campground
Open year-round with reservations available through ReserveCalifornia. Maximum stay is 10 consecutive nights and 30 nights per calendar year.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 1:29PM PDT until October 30 at 2:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Minor to moderate coastal flooding expected due to very high tides. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Until 2 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Minor to moderate flooding of sea water is likely over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas, especially around the time of high tide, including over beach parking lots, bike paths, and harbor walkways. Moderate to significant beach erosion is likely. Isolated damage of structures due to sea water inundation is possible to the most vulnerable areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides will reach 7.5 ft (MLLW) noon Friday, which is about 1.5 feet above astronomical projections.
About
Washburn Campground occupies a scenic plateau high above the central California coast at Hearst San Simeon State Park, approximately one mile inland from the beach. The campground offers 68 primitive campsites, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table, with water spigots located nearby throughout the campground. Chemical toilets serve the camping area, and campers have access to token-operated showers and an RV sanitation station at the adjacent San Simeon Creek Campground. The setting provides panoramic views of both the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Lucia Mountains, with the San Simeon Natural Preserve nearby featuring wetlands, riparian areas, and unique mima mound topography. A 3.3-mile trail runs through portions of the preserve and campground, offering scenic overlooks and interpretive panels about local wildlife and habitat. Access to Washburn Campground is through the San Simeon Creek Campground entrance station. The campground accommodates RVs and motorhomes up to 35 feet in length. Dogs are permitted but must remain leashed at all times and are prohibited on beaches and adjacent trails. Three ADA-accessible sites feature firm surfaces and accessible fire rings.
Directions
From Highway 1 just north of Cambria, take the San Simeon Creek Road entrance. Check in at the San Simeon Creek Campground entrance station, then continue to Washburn Campground located on the plateau above.
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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 | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (805) 927-2035 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| Hearst San Simeon State Park | |
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