Plaskett Creek Campground is along the southern Big Sur Coast, 60 miles south of Carmel. The campground is in the Los Padres National Forest. Campsites are within walking distance of beautiful Sand Dollar Beach (shown above) and a short distance from Jade Cove. Plaskett Creek Campground is popular with families, jade collectors, cyclists, and surfers. Many people camp at Plaskett Creek during the annual Big Sur Jade Festival, which is held in October next door at Pacific Valley School.
Plaskett Creek Campground is on the inland side of Highway 1, yet the crashing surf can still be heard at many of the 37 campsites. The campground has a park-like setting, under a scattered canopy of mature Monterey pine and cypress trees. All of the campsites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. A hike & bike campsite is available. There are also 3 Group Campsites
| Plaskett Creek Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Plaskett Creek Campground Location: | Highway 1, 60 miles south of Carmel and 6 miles south of Lucia |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Number of Sites: | 37 |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children)
Fee only covers first 6 people, $10 for additional people up to maximum of 8 |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 vehicle included in fee, 2nd vehicle $10 per night. |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Parks Management Company for Los Padres National Forest |
| Monterey Ranger District: | (831) 385-5434 |
| Reservations at Plaskett Creek Campground | |
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| Reservations required | Reservations are available for camping dates year-round for most of the sites. A number of sites are available first-come, first-served. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations taken from 3 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length | 30 feet |
| Camping Limit: | 14 days |
| Wheelchair accessible Sites: | #10 |
| Fees: | $45 per night ($2 more over weekends or holidays)
Bike or Hike campsite - $5 per night per person |
| Reservations: | Plaskett Creek Campground Reservations |
| Check-out, Check-in: | Noon, 2 PM |
| Plaskett Creek Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump Station: | No |
| Attractions near Plaskett Creek Campground : | Spend a relaxing day at Sand Dollar Beach. Visit Jade Cove. Hike the Willet Trail. Enjoy surfing and fishing. Experienced hang gliders take advantage of the nearby hang glider landing area. Explore the Ventana Wilderness. |
Plaskett Creek Campground has 3 group sites. Each of them can accommodate up to 40 people and 10 vehicles. Sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. The groups sites have several tables, grills, and a campfire circle. Vault toilets and drinking water are available at the sites. Reservations can be made from 8 days up to 12 months before arrival date.
Fee: $150 - $200 per night
Reservations: Plaskett Creek Group Camp Reservations
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, purchase firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Plaskett Creek Campground
The Santa Cruz - Monterey coast is well known for its wild and scenic beauty. Visitors to Plaskett Creek Campground are close to the popular Sand Dollar Beach.
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