Is there RV camping in Big Sur?

Is there RV camping in Big Sur?

189 RV and tent sites are situated on or near the Big Sur River. There is a Campfire Center that offers evening programs on the weekends during peak season. Pfeiffer Big Sur is an extremely popular campground. Reservations fill up six months in advance, even in the winter.

Can you drive an RV through Big Sur?

The journey from 1st Choice RV, Irvine to the heart of Big Sur is around 320 miles. While not the longest of distances, we recommend making the journey over five days. This gives you plenty of time to enjoy all sorts of activities on the way there without the need to be on the road for hours on end.

Where can I camp in Big Sur without a reservation?

If you end up without a camping reservation in Big Sur… Your best bet is the San Simeon Creek Campground to the south, which has 115 campsites. This one is located near Hearst Castle where you can book a tour.

Can you drive an RV down the Pacific coast Highway?

Although you can complete the drive in under 20 hours by taking Interstate 5 through the interiors of California, Oregon, and Washington, these recommended stops require driving primarily on Highway 101 and Highway 1 along the coast.

Where can you park overnight in Big Sur?

FEES and INFORMATION for Big Sur State Parks

• CAMPING FEES: $35/ night for a standard campsite at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park.
• $50/ night for a premium campsite at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park.
• $30/night for an environmenal campsite at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

Can I drive my RV on the Pacific Coast Highway?

Absolutely. And there are far fewer RV spaces along the coast road than there are motel rooms.

What are the best campsites in Pfeiffer Big Sur?

If you want to be closest to the river, sites 171-189 are the best. If being shaded under big trees is more your thing, then check out sites 1-21. There are also 2 group sites if you’re with a big crew or maybe a family gathering. Regardless, you can’t really go wrong at Pfeiffer Big Sur Campground.

Can you park overnight in Big Sur?

CAMPING FEES: $35/ night for a standard campsite at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. $50/ night for a premium campsite at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. $30/night for an environmenal campsite at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

Is Highway 1 RV safe?

RV up US Highway 1. Regarded as one of the best “All American Roads”, Highway 1 (also known as State Route 1) offers some of the country’s best coastal scenery and is perfect for an RV road trip.

Is the 101 RV friendly?

North of Santa Barbara, 101 leaves the coast and heads inland until you reach the San Francisco Bay Area. Highway 1 hugs a winding and spectacular stretch of the Pacific Coast from Morro Bay to Monterrey Bay but unfortunately, is not very motorhome friendly.

Can I park overnight on Highway 1?

As mentioned, it is illegal to park overnight by the side of the road on any highway in California.

Can I sleep in my car at Big Sur?

Hwy 1 through Big Sur is a remote area, so the highway patrol can only monitor the road so much – its not like they can just pass by various sections on their way to somewhere else. So, yes, it is possible to sleep in your car and not get caught.

What is a premium campsite Pfeiffer Big Sur?

Pfeiffer Big Sur Campground is quite large compared to other campgrounds that we’ve stayed at in California. This scenic campground offers 189 tent and RV sites along with restrooms, showers, a restaurant on-premises, a couple of camp stores where you can buy camping goods, and even a laundromat.

Where can I park my van overnight in Big Sur?

Where to camp

• Keep driving south to get to Kirk Creek campground, a campground perched on a bluff over the ocean.
• If Kirk Creek is full, you can try nearby Plaskett Creek campground.
• After you’ve made camp breakfast in your campervan kitchen, head back north to Nepenthe.

Can you drive an RV down the Pacific Coast Highway?

Can you take an RV on the Pacific Coast highway?

There are definitely sections of Highway 1, that a RV may want to avoid. 101 is very RV friendly and will be no problem for any type of RV, except for traffic jams. You need to clarify what parts of California you’re thinking about.