Forest camping · California
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Redwoods in the heart of Big Sur
SettingForest
StateCalifornia
Best seasonSpring & fall
ReserveCalifornia State Parks (very competitive)
Campsites under coast redwoods along the Big Sur River, minutes from the famous coastline and trailheads. The classic, shaded base for exploring Highway 1.
Why camp here
Don’t miss: Redwoods on the Big Sur River
RVs & rigs: RV sites (length limits)
What’s here
- Pfeiffer Falls
- Pfeiffer Beach
- McWay Falls nearby
- Highway 1
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