$45
Kirk Creek
Total sites: 32
Available Today: 3 FF*
Available this Weekend: 2 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Today: 3 FF*
Available this Weekend: 2 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
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Los Padres National Forest › Monterey Ranger District › California
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Kirk Creek Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Kirk Creek Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (3 hrs 21 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 508 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 56 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, restroom. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Campsite Reviews (391)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 73% | |
| 4 star | 13% | |
| 3 star | 7% | |
| 2 star | 4% | |
| 1 star | 2% |
@ShariM15D3BA7E · Camped on Jun 1, 2025 at Campsite #20
LOVE this campground! Not a bad spot! Incredible views & pure relaxation & beauty!
@ElizabethB5852 · Camped on May 28, 2025 at Campsite #1
Nice camp in a really gorgeous part of the world. The rest of this review is to help you plan: we did use levelers for car camping (slight grade). You should know that there is poison oak in the area and around the perimeter of the camp site and hikes - easy to plan for. A raccoon visited our camp to check for food.
@LauraP2587889 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #4
Great campground with amazing views! There are no bad campsites. Bathrooms are OK - may run out of toilet paper (happened when we were there). The raccoons are fearless so keep a clean campsite and they wont bother you. Dont leave trash or food outthe squirrels and birds are quite active and masters at stealing food. What a privilege to be able to wake up to the views of the ocean! We will be back!
@MariaP8100980 · Camped on May 22, 2025 at Campsite #8
The area is breathtakingly beautiful and well worth the long drive. Site #8 is spacious with great views of the ocean. Do watch out for the raccoons that come around at dusk as they are absolutely fearless - be sure to put away your food and any perishables by the time they make their nightly prowl. The host does a great job managing the campground.
@Christian95674 · Camped on May 18, 2025 at Campsite #26
Stunning view, campground is well maintained, host friendly and helpful. The Other visitors were very pleasant. A bigger group of party oriented guests was excellently managed by the host and the good sleep of all other guests was saved. :)
@pratheepnE680B · Camped on May 16, 2025 at Campsite #20
One of the best camping sites i have been to. Great views of the ocean and lots to do in this area. If you get a spot go for it!!
@DouglasC100514 · Camped on May 12, 2025 at Campsite #28
We thoroughly enjoyed everything about it with a nice greeting from Michael-host. We had a great view and the sounds of the ocean were awesome ! Everything of the campground facilities was very well kept. Wish we could have stayed longer!
@DavidB5075483 · Camped on May 11, 2025 at Campsite #18
It's the best campground on Earth, at least that I've been to so far. Michael was a great camp host, the path to the beach was a great adventure for the kids, and the drive to and from was an adventure in and of itself.
@StefanieFDC253 · Camped on May 11, 2025 at Campsite #25
Public campground at Highway no. 1 with perfect view to the sea. We loved it!
@JohnU12E7D8133 · Camped on May 5, 2025 at Campsite #17
Beware of poison oak.. all over. Ticks are around as well. The views are fantastic. Pick you sight carefully if you have a trailer to make sure you can back in.
@CarlosP2142545 · Camped on May 2, 2025 at Campsite #32
Amazing
@KristaRDCB80FF · Camped on May 1, 2025 at Campsite #7
Great place!
@JillM5029136 · Camped on Apr 30, 2025 at Campsite #4
The hosts were fantastic!! NOT ONLY WAS THE CAMPGROUND CLEAN AND FRESHLY MOWED BUT THE TRAIL TO THE BEACH WAS CLEARED OF POISON OAK!! We have been to Kirk Creek many times and never been able to use that trail due to the overgrowth of poison oak and so we were thrilled!! We've also had issues with ticks at Plaskett and even Morro Bay SP but not here - thanks to the hosts again keeping the grasses mowed! Thank you soooo very much.
@MichelleV17990 · Camped on Apr 25, 2025 at Campsite #5
Thank you Katie for switching us to a level campsite! Lucky #13. The views were the most beautiful I have ever seen. Compared to even Hana in Maui
@Alexandra0C210 · Camped on Apr 25, 2025 at Campsite #7
We absolutely loved our stay here. We ended up moving to campsite 6 and the view was incredible. We look forward to our next stay!
@AlexP3554916 · Camped on Apr 20, 2025 at Campsite #28
Very nice experience !
@AaronC1076050 · Camped on Apr 11, 2025 at Campsite #7
Katie is the goat
@StephenB287309 · Camped on Apr 10, 2025 at Campsite #5
Kirk Creek Campground is easily the best campground with a view on the entire West Coast. Perched on the cliffs above the Pacific, every site offers stunning, unobstructed ocean views that are hard to beat anywhere in the United States.The hosts and staff are exceptionally friendly and professional, and the campground is well maintained overall. Bathrooms are kept clean, trash is managed, and the grounds are tidy despite the high traffic the area gets.One important issue to be aware of: several campsites are so unlevel that it can be extremely difficult to properly level a vehicle. I had to stack my truck camper on eight leveling blocks using a jack just to get my fridge to work. If you are bringing an RV, camper, or van, be prepared for major leveling challenges depending on your site.Also, poison oak is out of control throughout the campground. Its in many areas around the sites and paths, so be cautious when walking off the main areas.Despite these issues, Kirk Creek remains my absolute favorite campsite in the United States. The ocean views, peaceful atmosphere, and remote beauty make it an unforgettable place to stay.
@MaeganKDCF9355 · Camped on Apr 6, 2025 at Campsite #33
Lovely place. Cant wait to return someday!
@LindseyE20ACD7 · Camped on Apr 4, 2025 at Campsite #15
Beautiful and scenic, small campground! Felt private and intimate. Note there is no running water, so we picked up water from the fire station down the road. Also lots of poison oak around the campground (didn't affect us) and lots of ticks!
@AnnieAC3931B73 · Camped on Apr 1, 2025 at Campsite #32
Kirk Creek Campground is an absolute gem. The views alone are worth the tripperched right on the bluff, you get sweeping, unobstructed ocean panoramas that take your breath away. The campground is small and peaceful, which made for a quiet, relaxing stay. It was incredibly easy to get in and out, and everything felt very accessible.Our kids had a blast riding their bikes around the campground loopits just the right size for them to feel independent but still safe. The hikes nearby were out of this world, with stunning coastal scenery that made every step feel like an adventure.What really surprised me, though, was how magical it feltlike stepping into a Disney movie. There were rabbits hopping through the wildflowers, birds singing in the trees, and wildlife all around. It added this whimsical, enchanted vibe to the whole experience. The bathrooms were also pretty clean, which was a nice bonus.If youre looking for a serene spot with unforgettable views, amazing hiking, and a family-friendly vibe, Kirk Creek delivers. Were already dreaming about going back.
@JeromeC8303540 · Camped on Apr 1, 2025 at Campsite #14
This campsite is beautiful, with stunning views. Camping right in the coast, you must be aware of the winds and how unpredictable they can be. On a couple of nights the wind was gusty all day, right until sunset. Our site was #14 and we had a great view of the water out to Limekiln Beach. Will try to book #8 next time as it seemed to have completely unobstructed views. There is little to no flat ground at #14 and not much space for more than one tent. Other things about the Site, we surprisingly saw zero raccoons, may have to do with us being uber careful not to leave any trash or food out. In terms of trails, there were 2 easily accessible to the camp. Across the road is the scenic Vicente Flat Trail and the trail down to Kirk Creek and the rocky beach below starts right by Site #9. There is no running water so be prepared for that. The toilets werent in horrible shape though. I would highly recommend camping here and will be coming back in the future.
@KailaP27560926 · Camped on Mar 25, 2025 at Campsite #6
Stellar as always. Beware: There is a ton of poison oak both in the campground, the hike down to the beach, and on the Vicente Flats hike across the highway. Be sure to bring some Tecnu wipes for you and the pups and wear long pants + long sleeves.
@MarjieAC256CB4 · Camped on Mar 24, 2025 at Campsite #17
Best place we've ever camped. Very clean and well kept campground. Great staff. Wish more of the shrubbery closer to the cliff was cut down lower for a better view. Maybe a posting of a map of the trails would be great.
@SherriB3960606 · Camped on Mar 23, 2025 at Campsite #20
Absolutely gorgeous, small, quiet (road is still closed just north of here!) campground. Great little path down to the beach, great hike up to astounding views just across the street. Campsites are spacious and private.
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