The Best Camping in Cambria
Looking for the best camping in Cambria? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Cambria. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top camping spots in and near Cambria
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Cambria, California
Camp at San Simeon State Park
4.0San Simeon has two campgrounds to choose from – San Simeon Creek Campground has 115 campsites for tent or RV camping. Sites have fire rings and picnic tables, and nearby there is firewood for sale. Your other choice is the primitive Washburn Campground, located 1 mile inland. From this plateau, y...Read more -
Paso Robles, California
Oak Knoll and Quail's Roost Trail
0.83 mi / 92 ft gainOak Knoll and Quail's Roost Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Paso Robles, California.Read more -
Morro Bay, California
Marina Point
0.55 mi / 7 ft gainMarina Point is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to see wildlife located near Morro Bay, California.Read more -
Atascadero, California
Boy Scout Trail to Jinah Grove Loop
4.56 mi / 1257 ft gainBoy Scout Trail to Jinah Grove Loop is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Atascadero, California.Read more -
Atascadero, California
Boyscout and Bridge Loop
4.72 mi / 1214 ft gainBoyscout and Bridge Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Atascadero, California.Read more -
San Luis Obispo, California
Reservoir Flats Loop Trail
2.7 mi / 331 ft gainReservoir Flats Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Los Osos, CaliforniaRead more -
San Luis Obispo County, California
Camp at Montaña de Oro State Park
5.0Located about 7 miles south of Morrow Bay, follow Los Osos Valley Rd into the state park. Watch for the signs to park, as you will be cited after 10pm.The campground is located just across the road from the famous Spooner's cove, but there are any number of trails and hikes you can enjoy (check ...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Salmon Creek Trail to Spruce & Estrella Camps
4.56.07 mi / 1919 ft gainFeel free to hike Salmon Creek Trail at your own pace – you can choose to turn back at any point, or at the Spruce (2 miles in) or Estrella (3.25 miles in) sites. The trail leads to open vistas of the coast, giving stunning views of the cliffs and ocean. Around 2 miles in, follow the fork to the...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Salmon Creek Trailhead to Buckeye Camp
6.91 mi / 2782 ft gainSalmon Creek Trailhead to Buckeye Camp is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near San Simeon, California.Read more -
Big Sur, California
Hike to Upper Cruickshank Camp
5.2 mi / 1564 ft gainPark on the shoulder of Cabrillo Highway and begin your ascent! Once the trail turns inland, you can hike down to a river for a break by the rushing water (this is a good place to refill waters - don't forget a pump or a filter). Once you get to Upper Cruikshank, descend down to the river and fin...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Cruickshank Trail to Upper Cruickshank Camp
4.97 mi / 1591 ft gainCruickshank Trail to Upper Cruickshank Camp is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near San Simeon, California.Read more -
Monterey County, California
Camp at San Martin Top
San Martin Top is a magical spot overlooking the coast in Big Sur. Accessible via a rutted, windy dirt road, it’s remote enough to guarantee some privacy though you’ll see fellow adventurous souls on surrounding ridges. Take care on the drive up, then set up camp overlooking the ocean or rolling ...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Luxurious Camping at Treebones Resort
5.0If you’ve always wanted to experience Big Sur, but sleeping on the ground isn’t really your thing, Treebones might be exactly what you’re looking for. Nestled along Big Sur’s beautiful coastline, Treebones Resort offers expansive views and easy access to everything the area has to offer. With a t...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Sand Dollar Beach
4.80.35 mi / 82 ft gainHead into Big Sur and get a campsite at Plaskett Creek. You can either make a reservation through recreation.gov or show up and hope to luck out on one of the first-come, first-serve campsites. The campground is much more crowded during the prime summer months, so if you want to get better surf ...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Camp on Prewitt Ridge
4.2After much time in Big Sur, it became quickly apparent that Prewitt Ridge is the crown jewel of camping in the area. It has even been described as "the most beautiful car camping spot on god's green earth" and that doesn't do it justice.While Prewitt Ridge is an officially designated campground i...Read more -
Big Sur, California
Cone Peak in Big Sur (Sea to Sky Backpacking Route)
4.519.72 mi / 7484 ft gainWhile you can make a day-hike out of it by driving up the gorgeous Sur-Nacimiento Road from Highway 1 to the Coast Ridge Road and take a 2 mile trail to the summit with 1300' of elevation gain (4 miles roundtrip), the more adventurous types do a Sea to Sky, starting at Kirk Creek Campground and u...Read more