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Los Padres National Forest › Santa Lucia Ranger District › California
› San Luis Obispo County
› Morro Bay
› Cerro Alto Campground
› Campsite #9
Campsite #9 at Cerro Alto Campground, CA
$35
Campsite #9
| 8 people | |
| 25 ft | Pull-Through |
| 2 | good |
4/13
4/16
Campsite #9 Features: Pull-Through parking, Fire ring w/ Grill, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (19)
3.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 53% |
| 4 star | | 26% |
| 3 star | | 11% |
| 2 star | | 5% |
| 1 star | | 5% |
@DawnH3920486 · Camped on Mar 22, 2026 at Campsite #9
I LOVE the Cerro Alto Campground and surrounding hiking trails. The views from the Cerro Alto are amazing on a clear day. I have been going there for years and I have to say the campground really has gone downhill. During the 4 days we were there no one ever emptied the already overflowing trash cans and the bathrooms looked like they hadn't been cleaned or swept out in a very long time. We only saw one employee who collected fees right after we arrived during our entire stay.
@MichaelM541440 · Camped on Oct 17, 2025 at Campsite #9
Nice campground close to hiking and fun places to visit and explore.
Major Issues
@RobertL7452920 · Camped on Sep 22, 2025 at Campsite #9
A hidden gem. I almost didn't want to review it.
No Service
@KimL6588987 · Camped on Jul 11, 2025 at Campsite #9
Beautiful campground. The camp.hosts take great care of the facilities and campgrounds. Very private and kid friendly. Will definitely return.
Some Coverage
@LoriW4261886 · Camped on Jan 30, 2025 at Campsite #9
Nice small campground with sites spaced really well, not cramped. Good 2 mile hiking trail to Cerro Alto, and allowing leashed dogs. We really enjoyed our 1 night stay, glad we experienced it. We would not stay there more than 1 night, but that's not a criticism of the campground.
Major Issues
@AlekseiF3518D7 · Camped on Aug 18, 2023 at Campsite #9
Awful campground
@LaeyaN47082D8A · Camped on May 30, 2023 at Campsite #9
it was very beautiful place the camp site and clean and well maintained.
I had issue with toilet and with no hand soup !
I had issue with toilet and with no hand soup !
@TimR4117159 · Camped on May 21, 2022 at Campsite #9
Had site 9 which was nice. One mile narrow road to campsites is a bit hairy. Enjoyed being only 8 miles from Moro Bay. Camp Host was friendly and helpful.
@DaveP9627805 · Camped on Apr 11, 2022 at Campsite #9
2nd visit here. Close to Morro Bay. Narrow road, caution. If bringing RV, drive slowly. Turn around at end of road. Nice and quiet.
Excellent
@WendyNEED92869 · Camped on Sep 29, 2021 at Campsite #9
We had an awesome time here! First and foremost- Laurie and Jimmy were beyond helpful and kind. They went out of their way to check in on us, help us sort out some issues with our reservation, and were all around friendly. 10 stars to them. The campground is beautiful, and the hike up to the peak of the mountain right from the campsites was super fun, challenging, and exciting! Finally- everyones complaints here are 1. toilets 2. poison oak 3. cell service.1. yes- the toilets dont smell amazing. they are vault toilets. they keep the facility very clean, but there isn't a whole lot you can do about a hole filled with poo. plan ahead and dont book a site right next to the toilets. or bring incense. it's a campground.2. there is a tremendous amount of poison oak, yes. I am very sensitive to the stuff so I was worried about it, but alas, I didnt get any rash at all and I stayed here for 4 nights, and hiked through it. Be knowledgable about how to prevent getting poison oak, bring technu and good wipes. wear long pants/sleeves, put dirty clothes in a separate bag from your clean clothes. again, it's camping.3. cell service- BFD. you're camping. it's beautiful. tell your people you'll be away for a few days and just deal with not having a phone glued to you. its ok.The campsites are well spaced apart, and we had plenty of privacy, even with a large group. I'd come back for sure. Just maybe not to stay in site 10, next to the toilet.
Major Issues
@PhillipW801077 · Camped on Mar 18, 2021 at Campsite #9
The campground hosts Anthony and Dannessa did a great job! Campsites and bathrooms were very clean.The only negative was the narrow road through the campground and the jerks who drive 30 mph instead of 10mph
Good
@PhillipW391 · Camped on Mar 18, 2021 at Campsite #9
The campground hosts Anthony and Dannessa did a great job! Campsites and bathrooms were very clean.
The only negative was the narrow road through the campground and the jerks who drive 30 mph instead of 10mph
The only negative was the narrow road through the campground and the jerks who drive 30 mph instead of 10mph
Good
@RichH891 · Camped on Feb 28, 2021 at Campsite #9
Frequent visitors from Colorado. We’ll be back in May and September. Love Cerra Alto!
Some Coverage
@RichH4886792 · Camped on Feb 28, 2021 at Campsite #9
Frequent visitors from Colorado. Well be back in May and September. Love Cerra Alto!
Some Coverage
@Alejandro3D0C3 · Camped on Nov 18, 2020 at Campsite #9
Beautiful and clean campground. Hosts Anthony and Danessa were the most accommodating and friendly people Ive had the pleasure of meeting. Went during the Fall, and temps and scenery were amazing.
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@DarrylYF7CEF8B · Camped on Oct 12, 2020 at Campsite #9
Perfect spot for us. Easy to get to coast to be cool, or to the valley to be hot. Quiet dry camping old style. Suits us just fine.
Some Coverage
@MaxC8330004 · Camped on Aug 13, 2020 at Campsite #9
Although some of the sites looked nice, campsite no. 9 was pretty underwhelming to say the least. It's off the road that runs through the camp so there is no privacy. It is also next to the dumpster and outhouse so people are constantly walking by to do their business. Other sites in the campgrounds are more tucked away and looked cooler. On a positive note, it was a clean site equipped with a fire pit and standing grill.
Major Issues
@PaulP7190708 · Camped on Jul 18, 2020 at Campsite #9
Beautiful campground with one peaceful road in and out. We were in spot 09 with a small trailer - nice to look at, but it right next to a tent site that was loud - 2 families with children. Oh well, they were quiet at night, so that's good. The camp is just 10 miles from Morro Bay, and about 25 miles from Paso Robles. Excellent location!
Major Issues
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