Alder Creek Campground

90%

2 sites · RV, Tent

If you are in the market for a lesser known primitive campground head to Alder Creek in the Monterrey Ranger District. The views on the drive up from Highway 1 are sure to make your jaws drop. Once you make it to the rustic campsites you can dip your feet in Alder Creek or head out on the Buckeye Trail which offers truly amazing ocean views. Come nightfall get your fire roaring (with your campfire permit in hand) and make a toast to California’s rugged coast.

What this place offers

Campfire allowed

Pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

No potable water

Picnic tables

No sewer hookups

No electric hookups

First come, first served

RV, Tent

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dabudage Big Sur

95%

(778)

9mi from Alder Creek Campground · 6 sites · Tents, Lodging

⭐DABUDAGE in southern Big Sur. 🌈🌊***READ THIS ENTIRE WRITTEN DESCRIPTION BEFORE REQUESTING TO BOOK!* And Format Request as Specified *. ⭐ 🌲Disconnect from the virtual world and surround yourself in nature. At the base of a majestic canyon where steep mountains plunge to the ocean, along a flowing creek. Backed by redwood trees and surrounded by national forest is a minimalistic homestead with family, friends and animals. 🌪️*The prices have been raised on hipcamp as Hipcamp now takes a 15% cut from hosts. Guests are also charged an additional 20+%. 🌖 for more information on discounts / avoid fees, you can visit our site direct on the web at dabudage *We currently only accept reservations for dates within the next 3 weeks*. You must Arrive Before Dark to find your site. There is no wi-fi, cell service or electricity. There are two small communal guest kitchens, fresh water, a shower/bath and composting barrel poopers. 🪨A massive flood in Jan 2021 brought 100's of gigantic full sized redwood trees and boulders smashing down thru most of the land and previous structures. It is and will be in the process of rebuilding for many years to come. Great for families with children. Dogs are welcome off-leash. Alcohol is discouraged. No electronic music devices. Fires in designated pits only. Pack out trash. TO RESERVE A SITE - Please include a bit about yourself/party and where you’re coming from. ⚡️*YOU MUST ALSO INCLUDE - “ My party and I have read the description” - IN ORDER TO BE ACCEPTED⚡️ Requests are usually checked once daily.🏄‍♂️

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Creekside Camping and Mineral Baths

87%

(767)

29mi from Alder Creek Campground · 8 sites · Tents, RVs

We can accommodate tent campers or car campers. Each campsite fits 4-6 people. The price is $40/per person. Kids under 12 are free. Most campsites are accessible by car and all campsites are accessible by foot. PLEASE NOTE, we do not have a traditional check in procedure. Campsites are first come first serve. Expect a "self-check in process" most of the time. However, there are sometimes people working onsite that you may run into, that are happy to help and lead you in the right direction. You choose your own campsite so plan to arrive early. You can park and walk around. There is signage that says "CAMP" with Arrows. BYO water. We have sulfur spring water. Great for your skin, not good to drink! There's a couple outhouses on the property. One in the main camp zone, one at the far north end of the lower Redwood campsite. You can also bring a shovel and take a walk if you're in the more remote campsites. We have a dumpster outside the gate for your garbage. IMPORTANT INFO Please don't mind our farm junk/tools as you enterGate 1! We are slowly working on clean up and relocation of materials from the entry road and away from view. Before you arrive, have knowledge of poison oak because it is a native plant. The main photos in the listing are taken from Hipcamp Scouts back in 2018 and they are featuring our Original campsite. This is located past the mineral baths. It's the furthest one to reach, and accessible by foot. I will update photos to depict all the campsites, but please share your photos with us on Instagram and tag @charanspringsfarm to help future campers get a view of what the sites look like with a tent set up! SULFUR MINERAL BATHS Include in your experience the use of our sulfur mineral baths. It's $10 per person. PLEASE BOOK THIS AS AN EXTRA AT CHECKOUT. The mineral baths are 2 funky vintage clawfoot tubs that are pictured in the actual listing.The photos show an accurate description of the Mineral Baths. They are not located in the main camp zone. Please call ahead to book your time slot and get directions to the mineral baths. PLEASE DO NOT BOOK IF: You are looking for "Glamping," (Glamour Camping). It's primitive camping on a private property with bonuses like the garden, rustic baths, and beautiful nature. This property has been a working farm for decades, which has struggled with hard times. If farm yards/junk piles make you uncomfortable or give you a creepy feeling, don't book because our boneyard is adjacent to the entry road and it can't be ignored. Thank you for reading this whole description and we hope you have a good experience.

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Camp WagMore

98%

(563)

49mi from Alder Creek Campground · 1 site · Tent, RV

Beautiful and private, yet close to many Central Coast attractions. Enjoy views of Chorro Creek Valley and iconic Hollister Peak from this oak covered terrain of knolls and interspersed grassland. This is a relatively undeveloped property that offers closeness with our local flora and faun, hiking trails, and privacy. Some of our guests have said it is like having a state park to yourself! Come prepared for primitive camping!

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Toilets

Potable water

Templeton River Ranch

45mi from Alder Creek Campground · 1 site

Welcome to your peaceful getaway on our private slice of heaven in the heart of Templeton. Nestled among the Salinas River, open skies, and our private vineyard, our RV spot offers the perfect blend of countryside charm and easy access to everything the Central Coast has to offer. Wake up to vineyard views, our clucking hens, and fresh country air. Spend your days exploring nearby tasting rooms, enjoying the nearby Salinas River, strolling through downtown Templeton, and a Saturday morning at our acclaimed Farmers Market. In the evenings, enjoy vineyard sunsets, unwind under wide-open starry skies, and soak in the charm of rural living. Our RV site is level and has pull-through access for trailers and RVs up to 30 feet. Full hookups include water, electric, and sewer. Four-legged friends are welcome on a leash as well. Whether you're here for wine tasting, a romantic weekend, or a quiet stop along your road trip, this spot offers a relaxing home base in one of California's most beautiful destinations.

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Full hookups

Road's End, Bradley Lockwood

99%

(351)

21mi from Alder Creek Campground · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Peaceful and private RV camping under the oaks with picnic table, fire pit and Adirondack chairs. We currently have two sites on our property. They are about 300 feet apart and not easily visible from each other. Property is fully fenced; both sites are next to an open field under the oaks with vineyard, olive orchard and mountain views. This property is 30 miles from Paso Robles and almost perfectly centered between Missions San Antonio and San Miguel. Lakes San Antonio and Nacimiento are close by. Coastal towns of Cayucos and Morro Bay are about an hour scenic drive, passing many wineries along the way. There is space for multiple RVs or additional tents sharing your party's RV restroom facilities. Site one will accommodate sixteen people and multiple vehicles. Site two will accommodate ten people and two vehicles. For larger groups we ask that that you book both sites. We have hosted many family reunions and the feedback has been 100% positive. Please feel free to message us with questions.

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Electrical hookup

Campfires

Mountain Paradise

89%

(14)

42mi from Alder Creek Campground · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

New Location established 2026 January. Located on Cachagua Road in Carmel Valley. Cachagua means “hidden waters” in native and is inspired by the Carmel River and Cachagua Dam nearby. While 8 miles from Carmel valley village and 20 from Carmel by the Sea, our weather is consistently warm and sunny as we are tucked in the hills and in the Valley, surrounded by trees in Los Padres National Forest. Within a mile from the property you will have access to single track trails that connect via foot with Big Sur and the Ventana wilderness area in the Santa Lucia Mountains. On the property itself, you will have access to an electrical outlet and water hookup. 36 feet wide by 18 feet wide lot. *Gate entry to site is 140 inches wide

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Electrical hookup

Toilets

OUR HAPPY PLACE

93%

(176)

20mi from Alder Creek Campground · 8 sites · Tents, RVs

The property is easy Motorcycle, Auto, Van, Camper, Caravan and RV access from paved road. It's an enjoyable, primitive, quiet place to hang out. Dog and Cat friendly. Surrounded by mountains. Weak to no signal! Plenty of Wildlife with cool and quiet evenings.. The stars will be bright. Rugged setting. Clean portable potty.. Be sure to add some firewood, sourdough bread, homemade jelly, various homemade canned goods, or an off road tour from the EXTRAS tab on this Hipcamp page. Check out the BACK 40 for an even more remote rugged camping experience.... Hikers welcome.

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Campfires

Oak Heart Estate

97%

(122)

38mi from Alder Creek Campground · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Does a night under the stars on a mountain top in the middle of Paso Robles Wine Country sound appealing? Incredible sunsets, picturesque views, peace and quiet abound at Oak Heart Estate! We'd love to share our piece of heaven with you! Escape the bustle of the city find your way to a little spot out of town. You'll find plenty of wineries in every direction you turn!

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Enney's Ranch

98%

(762)

46mi from Alder Creek Campground · 4 sites

Enney's Ranch is one of the few remaining grain and cattle operations on the Central Coast.  We dry farm and malt barley, wheat and rye for local breweries and distilleries.   We have a small herd of cattle and rotate them between the fallow fields.  Our goal is to maintain the natural beauty of the ranch and share it with you.

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Union Road Wine Trail Sites

93%

(127)

45mi from Alder Creek Campground · 2 sites

We bought this place as our eventual retirement home. We love to share the space with friends and family hence here we are even sharing it on this platform

Pets

Full hookups

Twisted Branch

99%

(188)

48mi from Alder Creek Campground · 1 site · Tent, RV

We named our property the Twisted Branch after one of the big oak trees that sits on the site where you will camp with us! It's on a hilltop with amazing views in nearly all directions. The campsite faces South/West so sunsets are fantastic. We use no chemicals on the soil or annual grasses. It is very quiet and the night sky is always stunning. Owls hoot at night and Redtail Hawks hunt for ground squirrels during the day. We have alot of Acorn woodpeckers living in the oak trees, the ones with the bright red head feathers. April through June we see bright yellow Orioles. At night you will hear hundreds of little frogs in the nearby ponds, depending on the season. We are located in the heart of Wine Country and there are plenty of activities around us and in town.

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Toilets

Potable water

Atascadero’s hidden gem

98%

(77)

46mi from Alder Creek Campground · 1 site

We have a horse, chickens, goats and pet sheep. There are lots of fruit trees, over 100 oak trees, a secret cave, and an old barn. At night you’ll hear crickets while you enjoy the fresh air. There is a large camping area for you and you’re welcome to visit the farm animals. There is also a kennel available if you bring your dog. The camping spot is flat. You’ll drive up a small hill and then arrive Learn more about this land: Shaded private getaway, close to the highway but quiet. Area is on a small hill with a nice view. We are 20 minutes from San Luis Obispo, 8 minutes from Paso Robles, and 25 minutes from Morro Bay. Lots of hiking with wine and beer tasting nearby. We are close to the Midstate Fair, and about 15 minutes from Vina Robles.

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Water hookup

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