Coastal redwood forest campground with Big Sur River California

Towering coastal redwoods shade every site at Pfeiffer Big Sur

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

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Redwoods, the Big Sur River, and the most dramatic coastline in America

Big Sur, CA4.5 (2103)423 ft
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Camp in a cathedral of coastal redwoods with the Big Sur River running through the campground on the most dramatic stretch of California's Pacific Coast Highway. Pfeiffer Big Sur offers 201 sites set among enormous redwood, tanoak, and sycamore trees. The Big Sur Valley lodge, restaurant, café, and general store are all within walking distance. Highway 1 drives to Bixby Creek Bridge (5 miles) and McWay Falls (10 miles) are iconic. Black bears and condors are present. One of the most scenically situated campgrounds in California.

Best For

Road trippersHikersPhotographersBeach loversRedwood enthusiasts

Site Types

RVTentCabin

Amenities

Hot Showers
Flush Toilets
Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Bear Boxes
General Store
Restaurant
Laundry
Dump Station
Pet Friendly (select sites)
Hiking Trail Access
Swimming Hole
Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

Year-round

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Highway 1 closures can trap you or block access — always check Caltrans. RV size limited to 32ft. No hookups. Book months ahead for summer and holiday weekends.

Cancellation Policy

Reserve California: Cancel 2+ days ahead for refund minus $7.99 fee.

$35 – $55/night
4.5· 2103 reviews
SeasonYear-round
Max RV32 ft
HookupsNo hookups
BeachPfeiffer Beach (2 miles — purple sand, no reservations needed)
GroceryBig Sur Station (on-site basic supplies). Stock up in Carmel 30 miles north.
PhoneBig Sur State Parks: (831) 667-2315
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$35/night
4.5(2103)
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