Can you camp wherever you want in Big Sur?
The Los Padres National Forest is home to Big Sur and there are lots of places on the side of the road that you are allowed to camp for free. Big Sur campgrounds can fill up months in advance, so car camping on public BLM land (Bureau of Land Management) is a great back-up or last-minute trick.
Where can I camp in Big Sur without reservations?
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.
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 you sleep in your car 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. If you are caught, at the very least you will be told to move along.
Is Big Sur Open 2020?
Highway 1 is fully open to travelers who may now travel without interruption from Monterey/Carmel area to Cambria/Morro Bay along the Big Sur Coast.
Can I sleep in my car in Big Sur?
It’s only illegal to park overnight to sleep. If you’re not sleeping in your car, you should be fine. You just won’t be able to park within Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park to access the overlook trail.
Where can I sleep in my van Big Sur?
Kirk Creek Campground. Sitting atop an ocean bluff with views of the Pacific, Kirk Creek is one of the most scenic Big Sur campgrounds.