Reviews

janlex diane carpio

What a trip! Although we only stayed overnight, it was still worth it. I think it’s worth the price. There were free amenities that I was not expecting to have. I love seeing some creatures as well (blue jays, skunk) on the site so keep that in mind! Although some spaces were quite small, and some of them didn’t have any electrical outposts or even water faucets. Additionally it was great to see recycling and trash collection so clean. However, i did see folks having a difficult time dumping dirty water. Nonetheless, it was easy to check in and out. No problem with the service. I’d go again if I could!

Monyca Salomon

Honestly, the potential this place has is ridiculous! For family who camps with kids access to a playground is such a neat idea. The staff that helps you check in really lacked customer service experience gave you information and rushed you away. But the people who are in charge of upkeeping the campgrounds and making coffee in the mornings were divine ❤️ We stayed in campsite 011. Perfect right in front of the playground ,direct access to the river ,shady but that meant everybody was cutting through our campground. Understandably I mean you gotta get around somehow, but there is very, very heavy foot traffic as it was one of a few entrances down to the river. The spaces are so tight and somehow advertised for more than 3 people, you kinda feel like YOU are in the way of the access to the river even at your own campsite. Considering the price per night is so expensive things should feel otherwise. It does come with a couple cool perks like ice the entire time you’re there one bundle of firewood, and two mugs for coffee and hot chocolate. The entire weekend we spent over $400 for two nights, two extra bundles of firewood. No one talks about the huge skunk problem. The critter somehow seem friendly and un afraid of you. I understand you’re in the forest. There will be lots of critters. However, The etiquette of camping and taking care of the land there is nonexistent. We are avid campers. We know the importance of not disturbing the land too much. Every campsite is provided their own water spigot, which is great, but when we asked where to dispose of gray water. We were advised to just dump it wherever. Felt very concerning And explains the invitation to many animals rummaging through the campsites. Most campsites will advise you of how to dispose of grey water with food particles and provide bear boxes. No one seem to care. Such a shame because the place is so beautiful and really the potential is out of this world. I understand it’s a private property with a different approach but hopefully those things will be taken into account

Annabelle O

We absolutely love this place, we've been there 3 times over the years and already booked for next year. It's our favorite campground by far from all the different ones we've been to. Yes it's a bit costly but well worth it. The hot showers, the bathrooms, the playground, the stream, atmosphere, etc have been amazing. The staff are wonderful as they are friendly and helpful. The other campers are friendly and keep to themselves. I feel safe and just able to relax with no worries and not having to bring so much extra stuff for bathrooms, showers, etc.

Angela Lopez

Absolutely breathtaking! Our campsite was located along the river and the views from all angles were stunning. A definite must do if you enjoy camping!

Adia Segura

We stayed in an RV spot. It was so pretty! The river is gorgeous. They say they offer a shuttle service but when we got here they told us not yet.. that was a bummer. Also the rv spot doesn’t have black connection though there is a dump site. the showers in the community bathrooms are amazing and nice and warm. I like the complimentary coffee cups and coffee. Super tasty.

Caesarine Ruiz

Just left & it could have been a terrible trip....DUMPED RAIN & we were in a trailer. The staff here made all the difference and we actually booked a week in August before we left! How they kept the bathrooms/floors spotless with all of the mud and rain was so impressive & appreciated! Yeahhhh...those showers are fabulous, especially when you are freezing from the weather. Love the perks of the hot chocolate, cute mugs, ice & fire wood...YAY! We really look forward to coming back when the weather is better but considering...we had a GREAT stay, thank you :)

Jeff Meyer

We were looking for last minute dog friendly accommodations in Big Sur and this fit the bill as we were willing to car camp. Note the cabins look cool, but don’t allow dogs :-( They have a mandatory $30 fee which included a bundle of firewood, two mugs and free ice and coffee. We used the firewood, but didn’t have use for the mugs. The sites are highly variable in size and proximity/separation from your neighbors . It’s a good point to stay when down in Big Sur even for one night. Note that dog friendly beaches and trails are limited in this area, although the campsite itself and river access are great for dogs.

Michael McKenzie

We came in really late and asked if they would wave the mandatory $30 charge and they never got back with us about it. They charge you $30 for coffee no matter if you want it or not and firewood which we didn’t need because it was raining. Also the $30 charge was not waved even though the shuttle wasn’t running. They should consider changing the fee if those items are not wanted or needed. Overall expensive for what we received.

Amber Gaubatz

I’m not a big campsite person. I usually like to do dispersed camping. But this camp site was really awesome. The free ice really came in handy seeing as there’s not really anything close by where I could stock up on ice unless I drove 20 miles into town. The map On the website isn’t very good at showing the sizes of the sites and some of them can be really tiny so at the end of this review, I’ll list the sites and what I can remember from them. Last note that I’ll make is you should definitely come prepped with your own firewood because the firework bundle at the site is $14 and that’s actually the cheapest in the area. Everywhere else is even more expensive. I stayed in campsite number 37. It’s about a 20 foot walk from the parking space uphill to the site, but it is completely away from everyone and one of the largest sites at the camp. It’s also very flat so there aren’t any issues about sleeping on a hill. I enjoyed it because I feel like I had the most privacy. It’s also not a far walk from the bathroom. The next largest sites that have the best privacy are sites 29 and 27. Site 35 and 31 are small and also not flat so you’ll be sleeping on a slant. 23 21, 19 and 17 are also pretty good maybe just a hint smaller The sites are close together. The river sites are pretty cool but if you pick site 5,6,7,8 or 9 they are extremely small and can barely fit your vehicle and a small four person tent. Definitely better if you plan on car camping. You’re also along the main road so you’ll have people driving by you constantly when they’re in and out. they are right on the river, but honestly, you can get a better site and still be close to the river. If you book site 16, you will be practically on top of the playground and you will hate it. It’s also really small. 20 22, 25 and 28 are rather small but could fit a larger tent that fits seven or eight people. Sites 71 73,75, 79, 80, 81,87, 83, 85 and 89 are all very close to each other and in the center hub so definitely ideal for people that are going with friend groups and I want to be next to each other. But you are in the loop around where cars drive in and out so if you’re looking for privacy, those probably aren’t the ones for you. Site 84 is literally in the middle of traffic and has a couple of trees surrounding you, but is also a small site. Probably the worst one of the camp and I would avoid if possible The best river side sites were 10, 13 11, 15 and 17 When I was emailing and shopping around for campsites, I was told that campsite number 50 is the largest site. But I did not go look while I was there There is an A-frame cabin, which is cabin C and that one is basically on the corner in the back by the woods. It’s going to be the most private cabin, has its own little patio and the windows face the woods which is super pretty. I really enjoyed this campsite. The staff was super nice. They provided fire starters. They have a little shop with candies and supplies, and the coffee mugs that you get when you first check in or really convenient and they’ve been added to my camping supply box. I could definitely see myself coming back here in the winter and renting a cabin. It is a very cool scene. There really is no service so be prepared to disconnect. There is Wi-Fi however it’s just a little section over by the camp shop which means that you won’t have access to the Wi-Fi at your campsite. It’s also about 20 miles into Big Sur which means that you’re close to the state parks and can get Access to the parks quickly before the crowds start. I also like to know that I did this trip completely solo and there wasn’t a moment at this campsite where I didn’t feel safe. So if you’re a female solo traveler, this is definitely a good campsite to go to.

Raphaela Pandy

Definitely go here if you want to stay away from the bougie, sterile hotels when visiting Big Sur! A beautiful, low-key campground that captures the true spirit of the area. Quiet woods, fresh air, and rustic cabins… Just lovely!

Zianne Agustin

Amazing place to stay to disconnect for a little while 🏕️ This was my first time camping and the amenities made it so great. The showers are comfortable and we got free firewood, as well as two cute little cups. But above all that I just want to commend the staff here for the above-and-beyond service! I realized about an hour after leaving that I left my necklace in the shower the night before. Not only did they find it, they also sent it to me to San Francisco FREE OF CHARGE!!! Like what!!! I got it in the mail today and it was taped up and folded into a sheet so it didn’t get all tangled in transit. Sooo sweet. Thank you so much!!!!

Home Duran

10/10 best campsite ever! I'm still missing the showers! The site is clean and family safe. The staff is so helpful and kind. All the things they include are so thoughtful and kind. From free ice, 1 bundle of firewood, 2 cups with logo and tubing for everyone to enjoy. I have never stayed in a site like this and I have gone camping for at least 10 years. Such a family safe place to enjoy kids being kids.

erik johnson

they charge 20 dollars for wifi. i have never heard of such thing. even guests that stay there have to pay for WiFi 20 dollars. so if there are 100 guests that stay there and they need to use a phone and need wifi they all have to pay. wonder if using their bathroom is another extra charge. we stay at a cabin near by and they offer wifi for their guests complimentary

Rachel B

Upon check-in, we were told our cabin wouldn’t be ready until 4 (an hour late). We also found out they had switched our cabin without notifying us — I had specifically chosen one farther from the basketball court, which we no longer had. The staff apologized but unfortunately we could still hear kids playing basketball constantly. The bed was also very uncomfortable. While we loved Big Sur and the campgrounds are beautiful, I probably wouldn’t stay in this cabin again given the price.

Seth Garfinkel

We spent one night in a beautiful and reasonably priced cabin at Big Sur Campground & Cabins. We really enjoyed our stay. If you are not cooking your own food, there are plenty of restaurants nearby to grab meals, as well as a small market in walking distance from the campsite. Our cabin included firewood and a mug, as well as access to tubing on the property (which we didn’t try). The only downside is how crazy close all the cabins are built. There are windows throughout the cabin, which is great, but people can see through all of them and so we kept them closed the whole time. The same for the campsites. If I was camping on the property, I would be frustrated by the closeness of the campsites. It’s not quiet or secluded, if that’s what you’re looking for, but if you’re okay with a bit of a crowd, then it’s a good option for people trying to find some of the limited accommodations in Big Sur.