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Arroyo Seco
Total sites: 39
Available Today: 34 FF*
Available this Weekend: 6 + 6 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Today: 34 FF*
Available this Weekend: 6 + 6 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
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Los Padres National Forest › Monterey Ranger District › California
› Monterey County
› Greenfield
› Arroyo Seco Campground
Arroyo Seco Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Arroyo Seco Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (59 min south of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 956 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites including 17 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 22 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $35.00 to $150.00. Some amenities include shower. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (238)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | 51% | |
| 4 star | 20% | |
| 3 star | 13% | |
| 2 star | 7% | |
| 1 star | 7% |
@KathyS2503995 · Camped on Mar 6, 2026 at Campsite #23
We enjoyed our stay immensely. Just know that there is no campground host, but there is a wonderful woman who comes around late afternoon to collect camp fees and to sell firewood right at your site.
@JasmineSD5F531 · Camped on Mar 4, 2026 at Campsite #24
showers broken
@JasmineSD5F531 · Camped on Mar 4, 2026 at Campsite #30
showers didnt work
@EricaW1513519 · Camped on Jan 23, 2026 at Campsite #39
I reserved a primitive site, but found them to be really small and crowded (in January!). I switched to the main site and it was great. Bathrooms are private and clean, camp host is friendly, guests were respectful and sites were spacious. Fell asleep to the sound of a million frogs singing in the lake below. Great hiking and river access within a very short drive or longer walk, but beware of ticks.
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@ZacharyS971183 · Camped on Jan 16, 2026 at Campsite #37
Nice scenery but crazy prices for a campsite with a pit toilet
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@MichaelW725874 · Camped on Nov 26, 2025 at Campsite #26
Campground is well maintained and clean. Shower water was hot. Staff were attentive, polite, and helpful.
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@DominikA930295 · Camped on Nov 26, 2025 at Campsite #44
We stayed in the primitive campground and it was just great. Only a couple campsites with enough space. Serene surroundings and easy access to the hiking trails.
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@AllieN55F7D2DD · Camped on Nov 7, 2025 at Campsite #GS1
Camp host was super nice. There was a lot of trash though. Pack it out, people!
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@JUANR8928437 · Camped on Nov 7, 2025 at Campsite #26
Arroyo Seco was a wonderful campsite. We had an RV, but also did some tent camping. Our campsite was the perfect size for the 7 of us. The weather was great. The campground had restrooms and showers available to use, just make sure you bring quarters for the shower! There were also very friendly and helpful staff that drove around every so often in case we needed extra fire wood or other supplies. Would definitely visit again!
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@JudyGBC9ADC9F7 · Camped on Nov 4, 2025 at Campsite #26
It was a beautiful campground with tons of wildlife. No cell service so I figured out how to use the satellite connection to send and receive messages on my phone. I definitely plan to go back there.
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@Vinothku5727BA · Camped on Oct 18, 2025 at Campsite #23
Good crowd and accessible campground, but the walk to the lake was bit far and no electricity hook ups
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@JeremyD4325488 · Camped on Oct 17, 2025 at Campsite #15
Stayed 2 nights at site 15.Pros: Well maintained with adequate ground room for multiple tents and parking up to 4 vehicles. Camp managers drove by every so often and you can purchase firewood from them for $10/bundle. River was running and very refreshing. Cons: Noisy neighbors, restrooms were under renovation (expect to use porta-pottys).
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@MichaelH990269 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #26
We stayed for a weekend in mid-October, the weather was great, and the campsite and river were not crowded. Started with a hike up the gorge road then spent the rest of the day on the day use river area. The bathrooms were in great shape.
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@markk7381774 · Camped on Oct 3, 2025 at Campsite #41
Poor wayfinding signage in the campground, and sites had a lot of trash in them. Toilets werent maintained. Location is beautiful, disappointing its so poorly run and so expensive.
@ChrisC9047590 · Camped on Sep 26, 2025 at Campsite #24
Incredible hike up the slot canyon river. Will return next year.
@LindaH1671742 · Camped on Sep 26, 2025 at Campsite #26
Restrooms and showers closed. Plumbing problems. Large dusty campsites. Quiet at night.
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@AlexisB5400776 · Camped on Sep 26, 2025 at Campsite #17
Good hospitality on behalf of the staff. I felt like their presence was just enough to feel safe and secure. The camp sites are beautiful and its nice to see so many families enjoying this gorgeous gem of an area. A little over 2 miles from the camp site is the gorge - absolutely gorgeous clear crisp water that you can jump and sunbathe in.
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@AlexisB5400776 · Camped on Sep 21, 2025 at Campsite #38
We had the entire campground to ourselves! Very clean except for the bathroom facilitieswe had a great time and cant wait to go back!
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@JacobC3707411 · Camped on Sep 19, 2025 at Campsite #GS1
Always a great time here. Easy to access. It was great when we were able to park inside the camp circle, but it's not bad as there's also designated parking spots also. River hike is great. Go in the summer or early fall at the latest for the river hike. Vault toilets stink so I usually use the flushing toilets at the family sites just a short walk up to.
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@DaoT8B687CCF18 · Camped on Sep 5, 2025 at Campsite #12
We stayed at Campground for a long weekend, and overall it was a great experience. The campground is set in a beautiful forested area with plenty of shade, and its close to several hiking trails and a small lake.
Excellent
@LeilaM4122E4C0 · Camped on Aug 8, 2025 at Campsite #29
Pretty busy/noisy camp area (to be expected on a weekend) but site 29 was nice because its at the very edge and is very spacious with good tree shade. I dont know why its called a walk-up site because it most definitely has a parking spot. Very easy walking distance to either the river day area or the main hiking trails. Several of the bathrooms/showers were out of order, and we didnt know that the showers were coin-operated so that was a bit annoying. Red ants, yellow jackets and angry gnats were in full force (and a few mosquitos) so bring repellant. Several deer crossed through the site. The nearby primitive camp area is definitely quieter and more chill if you need that, but is a little further out from stuff distance-wise.
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@JesseJ97CBE65A · Camped on Aug 4, 2025 at Campsite #GS1
Beautiful park with an awesome swimming area. Only issue for us was the million yellow jacket wasps. If you are afraid of insects that sting, this is no place for your group.
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@LeticiaM750359 · Camped on Jul 11, 2025 at Campsite #17
It's a good place to go camping with the family and has all the amenities. A beautiful place
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