Los Padres/Plaskett Creek

Connie Katsikaris

I wasn't a happy camper here at Plaskett Creek Campground. This place was not cheap to stay here. This campground didn't have showers or a decent normal bathroom (guessing they don't want to have to clean them) to use either. So where is our money going to? Sure isn't to give the guests clean working bathrooms or showers to use. FYI there were nasty porta potty's. Yuk!! Plus, too many huge rocks/boulders there that got in the way to maneuver a truck pulling a travel trailer into our spot. Not staying here again.

Greg Dekker

I’d vote this a 5 (and a shout out to the hosts who are helpful) but I’m baffled at why the constructed toilets are not in use! Instead we get porta-potties which were full almost to overflowing! yuck! I can guess why the durably constructed toilets are not in use but will withhold opinion on that… for now. The location and condition of the campground is in reasonably good condition for a busy campground. We were unnerved by a very friendly skunk who visited us nightly with little fear!

Bharath Reddi

Plaskett Creek Campground is a true coastal camping gem, and our recent trip there in July was a fantastic experience. We stayed at Campsite 041, was spacious and clean, easily accommodating two 4-person tents and a massive 8-plus-person tent. Its proximity to the restrooms was a major plus, making middle-of-the-night trips much more convenient and well-maintained with flush toilets, a definite "luxury" in the camping world. Each site is also well-equipped for cooking, featuring a dedicated BBQ grill and a fire pit with a grill cover, which made preparing our meals over the fire a breeze. The campground is very dog-friendly. The coastal environment is a huge part of the appeal, and we experienced fog passing through parts of the night, paired with the campfire. Another major highlight is the close walk to the beach, where the views are truly spectacular and worth the short trek. One thing, look out for your food, we were sitting by the fire pit when some very clever raccoon friends attempted to swipe some of our food. While the rule is a two-car limit per site, we asked about a third car and the hosts were accommodative - told that as long as all vehicles fit within the site, it's fine. If not, there's ample overflow parking by the entrance. The firewood available onsite is a bit pricier than what you'd buy at a store, it's a lifesaver if you run out.

Ryan Swinehart

Camp hosts (Lisa and William) were amazingly accommodating, friendly, and extremely helpful. The were always out and about working and keeping everything cared for and everyone happy. Hard workers those two. Bathrooms were incredibly clean. No matter the time of day, they smelled good and floors and toilets were super clean. Campground was also very clean, no litter and well kept. I've camped there several times and this was by far the best simply due to the hosts.

R we there yet NM Coon’s

You have the use the recreation.gov app to make reservations and pay, easy once we figured it out. We stayed in 007, upon arrival camp host was very helpful and friendly. Our spot was a little steep and not much room to maneuver. No hook up, bathrooms are nice. They do have fresh water spout’s around the campground. Quiet hours 6pm to 10am, no generator usage. Sand dollar beach ( no sand dollars) across the road, beautiful and scenic walk down. Be aware of tides. Otherwise quite a beautiful campground, quiet and peaceful.