Kirk Creek Campground

in Los Padres National Forest

The numbers that decide it

Longest rig
56 ft
Sites
32
Electric hookups
Not published
Pull-through sites
No
Paved access
No
Accessible sites
Not published
Driveway grade
Not published
Bear boxes
Not published
Campfires
Not published
Shade
Yes
Group sites
Not published

Site-level detail from Recreation.gov, checked 2026-08-05. Where a field says “not published”, the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero. See it on Recreation.gov

Kirk Creek Campground

**Kirk Creek Campground has re-opened. July 24 through July 31 2023, the campground is only open to first-come, first-served. Beginning August 1, the campground will be open for reservations. There will only be 2 campsites open on a first-come, first-serve basis. He strongly recommend making reservations will in advance. Kirk Creek Campground is very popular and books up six months in advance. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov or you can call 1-877-444-6777. Located on open bluff, 100 feet above sea level. Spectacular views! Recreational Vehicles no longer than 30 feet. There are 40 campsites. (2) campsites are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Camp host occasionally has drinking water available and firewood. It is best to bring all of your own water. In campgrounds and picnic areas, dogs mst be kept on a leash. Dogs must wear a collar with current tags, as state and county laws apply on National Forest System lands. and within your control at all times.

Before you go

Reservations

Reservations accepted

Fees

$45.00 per night, per site. Sites accommodate 6-8 people and 2 vehicles allowed per site. Interagency Senior Pass or Access Pass entitles pass holder to 50% discount on camping fee only. Not valid for extra vehicles or day use within campground. Extra vehicle charge of $10.00 per night based on facility rules and regulations and availability Bicycle or walk-in tent camping is $5 per night. Firewood and water can be purchased from camphost available.

Hours

Check-in time: 3 pm, Check-out time: 12:00 noon. Quiet Hours: 10 pm – 6 am

Restrictions

14 day maximum stay.

Scenic drives that pass close

Make it a night on a better road

Byway plans the drive in — real stops, real weather, nothing invented.