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Kirk Creek Campground
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USDA Forest Service32Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
32Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
Kirk Creek Campground is an oceanside paradise, with each site overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It offers a variety of opportunities for relaxation and recreation. The campground is located on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, and is close to a variety of scenic trails that lead visitors into the Los Padres National Forest.Recreation
There is short walk to a rocky beach from the campground. A five mile ride will take you to Sand Dollar Beach, the largest sandy beach in Big Sur. It's a very popular spot for surfing, fishing, swimming, exploring, sunbathing and more. Fishing permits are required for anyone over age 16. Anglers can expect a catch of yellow perch and other coastal surf fish. The beach is dog-friendly, as long as dogs are leashed and waste is picked up.
A variety of trails exist along the beach, which lead to the bluffs that overlook the beach and coves in the area. Additional hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails can be accessed within a short drive of the campground, and offer scenic views of waterfalls, redwood groves and mountain meadows and streams. Directly across the highway from the campground is the Vicente Flats Trailhead, which leads into the Ventana Wilderness.Facilities
The campground offers single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Utility hookups are not available and parking surfaces within the campground are gravel and grass. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets are provided throughout the campground.Natural Features
The campground is located on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, at an elevation of about 100 feet. It offers fantastic views of the Big Sur coastline. Campsites are spacious, open and grassy. Each site has a view of the ocean, where sunrises and sunsets are outstanding.
Wildlife in the area includes fox, bobcat, deer and raccoon. Mountain lions and bears are occasionally seen, although they have never entered the campground. From November to February each year, whales migrate along the coast and can frequently be viewed from the campground.
Nearby Attractions
The Nacimiento Road, which offers a scenic drive on a paved road to an ocean overlook and picnic area, can be accessed across the road from the campground. The road climbs to the peak, 2,500 feet above sea level. Sand Dollar Beach is located 5 miles South of Kirk Creek. Sand Dollar Beach is the largest Sandy Beach in the Big Sur Area.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 32 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
32
Vehicle limit
32
Vehicle length
32
Driveway entry
32
Shade
5
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
32
Operator directions
Hwy 1 is TEMPORARILY CLOSED from the Monterey area
From San Luis Obispo, take Highway 1 north for approximately 60 miles to the campground.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
32 published campsite records
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View all 32 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 001 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 46 ft Tent: 46 ft Trailer: 46 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 46 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 002 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 41 ft Tent: 41 ft Trailer: 41 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 41 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 003 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 43 ft Tent: 43 ft Trailer: 43 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 43 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 004 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 46 ft Tent: 46 ft Trailer: 46 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 46 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 005 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 37 ft Tent: 37 ft Trailer: 37 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 006 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 007 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 46 ft Tent: 46 ft Trailer: 46 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 46 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 008 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 43 ft Tent: 43 ft Trailer: 43 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 43 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 009 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 53 ft Tent: 53 ft Trailer: 53 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 53 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 010 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 38 ft Tent: 38 ft Trailer: 38 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 011 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 37 ft Tent: 37 ft Trailer: 37 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 012 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 56 ft Tent: 56 ft Trailer: 56 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 56 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 013 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 38 ft Tent: 38 ft Trailer: 38 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 014 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 32 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 015 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 44 ft Tent: 44 ft Trailer: 44 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 016 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 32 ft Tent: 32 ft Trailer: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 32 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 017 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 018 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 28 ft Tent: 28 ft Trailer: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 28 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 019 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 43 ft Tent: 43 ft Trailer: 43 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 43 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 020 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Trailer: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 26 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 021 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 39 ft Tent: 39 ft Trailer: 39 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 39 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 022 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 39 ft Tent: 39 ft Trailer: 39 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 39 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 024 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 34 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 025 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 28 ft Tent: 28 ft Trailer: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 28 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 026 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 36 ft Tent: 36 ft Trailer: 36 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 027 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 31 ft Tent: 31 ft Trailer: 31 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 31 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 028 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 36 ft Tent: 36 ft Trailer: 36 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 029 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 29 ft Tent: 29 ft Trailer: 29 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 030 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 38 ft Tent: 38 ft Trailer: 38 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 031 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 41 ft Tent: 41 ft Trailer: 41 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 41 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 032 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 033 KIRK CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 47 ft Tent: 47 ft Trailer: 47 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 47 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
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