Campground Details - PFEIFFER BIG SUR SP, CA - ReserveAmerica

Description

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park has 1,006 acres of redwood, oak, chaparral, and meadow areas. Hikers can enjoy 8 miles of hiking trails within the park and over 200 miles of trails in the Ventana Wilderness (USFS) which borders the park. Overlooks provide views of the Big Sur Valley and the Big Sur River Gorge. There is no coastal access from this park.

For larger groups, two tent-only, walk-in Group Campsites are available for reservation. These campsites feature a large camping area, picnic tables, flush toilets, and access to one small amphitheater.

When the campground is full, en route camping may be available for vehicles with onboard flush toilets (usually motor homes and trailers). This is from 5 PM to 9 AM, maximum 1 night stay. The fee is the same as the campsite fee.

Fishing in the area is highly restricted. See Department of Fish and Game regulations for fishing information.

The concessionaire-operated Big Sur Lodge offers motel-type cottage accommodations (1-800-424-4787).

For Special Events in the parks such as weddings and large celebrations, please e-mail Special Events at BigSurEvents@parks.ca.gov.

For any business operations in the park, including but not limited to guided tours, photography classes, and film shoots, contact the special events line at bigsurevents@parks.ca.gov.
Park Kiosk Hours: Hi Season: 9am-10pm Lo Season: 9am-5pm.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
Accessible Campsites Big Sur Lodge Comfort Station Convenience Store Dump Station (Campers Only) Entrance Station Hiking Trails Information Center Laundry	Nature Center Parking Picnic Area Ranger Station Restrooms Showers Swimming Telephone

Alerts and Important Information

Construction: The park construction and renovation project has begun and is expected to be completed by the spring of 2013. Be aware that there will be noise, detours, and delays throughout the park entrance, Big Sur Lodge, picnic day use areas, and part of the campground while the improvements are being completed. Main Camp Sites 1-71 will remain off reservation for a majority of the project to minimize camper disturbance. We thank you for your patience while we improve your state park experience.

Closures: Some areas of the park remain closed due to fire and flood damage. This includes some trails, some picnic areas, and the campfire center.

Vehicles:

Camping fees cover one vehicle and one legally towed vehicle. Any additional vehicles will be charged per night at the park.

A Maximum of two vehicles are allowed to park at a campsite, including pop-ups, trailers, and motorcycles.

All Equipment, including trailers, extra vehicles, awnings, pop outs, and slide outs must fit within the parking boundary.

Maximum Vehicle dimensions: 12 feet high, 27 feet long for 5th wheels and trailers, 32 feet long for motorhomes. Vehicles longer than these dimensions will not be permitted into the campground.

Only registered campers are allowed in the campground. Due to congestion and traffic constraints, free passes for deliveries or passenger drop off are not permitted.

Accessible Sites:

Any discount pass must be presented at time of check in.

Your DMV Disabled Placard/License Plate does not automatically give you a discount on your campsite. You will need to obtain a CA State park-issued Disabled Discount Pass (DDP) or Distinguished Veterans Pass (DVP).

Visitors reserving accessible campsites must possess a DMV Disabled Placard or license plates issued by DMV (or similar agency of another state). A Disabled Veterans license plate will also be accepted when reserving or occupying an accessible campsite. At the time of check-in, visitors must show the DMV placard. The disabled visitor must be an occupant of the site for the entire reservation period. No refunds will be issued for invalid reservations.

Campground Rules:

Pfeiffer Big Sur is site specific for reservations. You will select your site at the time your reservation is made.

Check out is 12 PM. Check in is 2 PM. Checkout times are strictly enforced.

Dogs must be on a maximum 6 foot leash and attended at all times. Dogs are not allowed on trails or in the Big Sur River Gorge.

Maximum 8 people per campsite.

Minors under 18 must have guardian authorization.

During peak season this park has a maximum stay limit of 7 consecutive nights. Once the limit has been reached, the persons, equipment, and/or vehicles must vacate the campground for at least 48 hours before returning for another stay.

Getting There:

The park is located 26 miles south of Carmel on Highway One.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

PFEIFFER BIG SUR SP
47555 Highway 1
BIG SUR CA 93920

Phone Number:

Project Office:(831)667-2315

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