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Campsite #31 at Kirk Creek Campground, CA
Campsite #31 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 41ft driveway, Fire ring w/ Grill, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 84% |
| 4 star | | 12% |
| 3 star | | 4% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@BehradB0BA4029 · Camped on Apr 11, 2026 at Campsite #31
This is probably one of the best campgrounds in CA. Stunning views of the ocean, calm and clean. Pit toilets were very clean when we visited.
@AshleyW8510592 · Camped on Mar 1, 2026 at Campsite #31
Best campground in all of California!
@WillS6829588 · Camped on Feb 27, 2026 at Campsite #31
Nice view
@EddieB1876891 · Camped on Jun 11, 2025 at Campsite #31
Beautiful ocean views from your campsite. What more do you need?
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@AdrienneMDB53A · Camped on Dec 25, 2024 at Campsite #31
The best Big Sur campground by far. Spacious and every site has an amazing view.
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@AndreaC2078371 · Camped on Nov 11, 2024 at Campsite #31
Gorgeous location - spectacular views of the ocean but NOT recommended for larger trailers, 5th wheels or motor homes. The main road in the campground is very narrow, steep at parts and access to almost all the sites is short, tight and narrow. Our group of experienced drivers with 34 foot 5th wheels all struggled to get into our sites and were straddling a curb, driving in mud in 4 wheel drive on a significant incline and dodging thick pampas grass to get into the sites.
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@MercedesB70520 · Camped on Nov 8, 2024 at Campsite #31
Stunning location! Mike & Punky were amazing & friendly camp hosts! They were so helpful gave wonderful recommendations! We will be back! :)
@scotts8955128 · Camped on Oct 27, 2024 at Campsite #31
Always love it here. Gorgeous views, hear the waves, everything else quiet. Bring extra leveling blocks if you're in an RV - sites are not flat!
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@MariaP8100980 · Camped on Jul 4, 2024 at Campsite #31
Beautiful campground in Big Sur, this site has SPECTACULAR views and the sunsets are amazing, however not at all level for a small trailer (bring levelers!) and not much flat space. Site lacks privacy compared to other sites but the road noise was acceptable. Camp hosts did an excellent job keeping the area clean and tidy. Plenty of bunnies and ground squirrels but no raccoons sighted (slightly bummed lol).
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@KathyK8671542 · Camped on Jun 20, 2024 at Campsite #31
Small campground with beautiful scenery. Not a ton of privacy in this spacious natural space. Lovely sunset. Would def return.
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@KevinM8804744 · Camped on Oct 10, 2023 at Campsite #31
Great spot for camping along Big Sur coastline. No water at campground, pit toilets, our site was a bit sloping and that would have been a problem if our group size was larger with several tents but was fine for two in a tent.
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@SpencerMCAF4CD · Camped on Jun 30, 2022 at Campsite #31
Beautiful spot. Kind hosts. Great location. Incredible spot for star gazing if it stays clear. Watch out for poison oak though. Itll getcha!
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@NathanE9261764 · Camped on Jun 21, 2022 at Campsite #31
Other than the neighbors across from us blasting music, this was an awesome experience. Campground host was helpful and knowledgeable. Watch out for poison oak, it's all over. Toilets were impressively clean, especially for vault toilets. Can't wait to go back.
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@PaulR7699704 · Camped on May 15, 2022 at Campsite #31
Spectacular views. This area has so much to offer. Trailheads for hikes are nearby. Beaches are close. Plan ahead because there is no water in the campground. Impressed with the cleanliness of the pit toilets. Look out for poison oak and marauding raccoons.
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@MisaelTC4CFF10 · Camped on Mar 27, 2022 at Campsite #31
Scenic drive and amazing views. Would highly recommend.
Major Issues
@LaurenA3AEB359 · Camped on Mar 1, 2022 at Campsite #31
Glad I read there was no water before I went there....great view.
@LauraB4922005 · Camped on Feb 10, 2022 at Campsite #31
Beautiful place with clean facilities.... love the views and such a great location....
Excellent
@RichardH582 · Camped on Jan 13, 2022 at Campsite #31
Beautiful journey to Kirk Creek, elegant camp site for our trailer, and superb weather.
@LeahH386 · Camped on Sep 26, 2021 at Campsite #31
Note that despite the confusing verbiage on the website, fires for cooking (or warmth) are NOT allowed at this time. The staff member onsite was super kind to lend us a spare propane grill. Otherwise, the location can't be beat! There's also a decent amount of space between campsites for some privacy, which was nice.
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@JeanettaW218 · Camped on Jul 11, 2021 at Campsite #31
Great little place to camp with the sounds of the ocean to lull you to sleep! The beach area is amazing
Major Issues
@AbhisekhM420 · Camped on Apr 1, 2021 at Campsite #31
We booked campsite 31. While booking, we thought campsite 31 would not have a descent view of the ocean as its located all the way in the back. However, when we got there, we found out, this site sits at an elevation higher than any other sites in the campground hence we had beautiful views! Yes, there are sites with better shades and beautiful panoramic views but this wasn't bad! The camp host are welcoming and helpful. They brought us our firewood bundle right up to the firepit which we bought for $15 each! Do not transport firewood from one area to another!
The campground has a nice little trail going down to the water, just be careful there are lots of poison oaks! Oh and there are wild habitat. We saw quiet a few bunnies and squirrels and very close encounters with big fat racoons! The racoons there are surely doing something right, there are not scared of humans, they are big and fat! We had one come steal our trash (rookie mistake) but we chased him away. He came back with reinforcements later. We had lots of footprints on our SUV the next morning. Other than that, we slept well. We went there on April 1st and the temperature was about 88 degrees when we got there and it dropped about 35 degrees that night. It will get cold! Come prepared.
There are vault toilets, they are as clean as a vault toilet can be. If you are one of those who likes to bring a luggable loo, then be prepared to pack out your waste because they don't allow dumping in the vault toilets or trash cans!
The campground has a nice little trail going down to the water, just be careful there are lots of poison oaks! Oh and there are wild habitat. We saw quiet a few bunnies and squirrels and very close encounters with big fat racoons! The racoons there are surely doing something right, there are not scared of humans, they are big and fat! We had one come steal our trash (rookie mistake) but we chased him away. He came back with reinforcements later. We had lots of footprints on our SUV the next morning. Other than that, we slept well. We went there on April 1st and the temperature was about 88 degrees when we got there and it dropped about 35 degrees that night. It will get cold! Come prepared.
There are vault toilets, they are as clean as a vault toilet can be. If you are one of those who likes to bring a luggable loo, then be prepared to pack out your waste because they don't allow dumping in the vault toilets or trash cans!
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