California · published-coordinate region
China Camp Campground
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USDA Forest Service10Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
10Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
Pleasantly nestled under a large canopy of pine trees, China Camp is a campground where peace and quiet is commonplace. The spacious campsites allow you to set up camp with more than enough space between you and your neighbors. As you drive into the campground you are overtaken by the sweet smell of pine and the natural beauty surrounding the campground.Recreation
China Camp offers trails along the hillside and a trailhead which begins in the campground. The Pine Ridge trailhead begins across from the campground bulletin board. This 23-mile trail offers stunning views of the Santa Lucia mountain range which are covered in towering oaks trees.Facilities
The campground offers 10 campsites, with campsites 1 - 5 open year-round and campsites 6 - 10 open only in the summer season. The campground is suitable for tent and car camping, but is not recommended for RVs over 20 feet. Fires are allowed only in designated fire rings, however, always check local fire restrictions prior to your arrival. Two vault toilets are located near the campground bulletin board. You should plan to be completely self-sustainable for the duration of your trip. There is no potable water (drinking water) onsite. There is no dump station.Natural Features
China Camp is surrounded by oak and pine trees, providing ample shade for visitors. Bobcats, coyotes and black tailed deer roam the rolling, lush hills. Red tailed hawks and turkey vultures can be seen soaring above the trees, so bring along some binoculars and make sure to keep an eye out. The melody of chirping of birds during the day time complimented by the sounds of crickets at night provide the textbook balance of unspoiled nature.
Nearby Attractions
Hiking and biking trails are within 10 - 15 minutes from the campground. Backpacking and mountain biking the trails nearby is a popular activity in the area.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 10 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
10
Vehicle limit
10
Vehicle length
10
Driveway entry
10
Shade
10
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
10
Operator directions
Latitude: 36.29554 Longitude: -121.567507
The road eventually turns into dirt, please drive slow and carefully.
From Highway 101 North, take exit for Arroyo Seco Rd before the city of Greenfield. Continue down the road for 16.2 miles to the junction of Arroyo Seco Road and Carmel Valley Road then follow to the right. Take Carmel Valley Road 17.2 miles to the junction with Tassajara Road and turn left. Continue for 11 miles until you see the entrance to China Camp on the right-hand side.
From Highway 101 South, take exit for Arroyo Seco road then make your first, immediate left onto Elm Ave. Continue down Elm Ave for 6 miles then take a left at the "T" onto Arroyo Seco road. Follow the road for 6.5 miles to the junction of Carmel Valley road, then bear right. Take Carmel Valley for 17 miles to the junction of Tassajara road, take a left and continue 11 miles until you see the entrance to China Camp on the right-hand side.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
10 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
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| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 001 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 002 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 003 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 004 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 005 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 006 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 007 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 008 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 009 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 010 Loop 3 Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
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