Arroyo Seco

Los Padres National Forest

Arroyo Seco Campground is a semi-rustic, but developed facility in California's westernmost national forest. It offers a great escape from bustling city life, into the mountain air and provides access to a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities.

The campground offers sites that are both modern and more primitive, for single and double-family occupancy. Campsites are available for tent or RV camping, however utility hookups are not provided and there is no dump station. Some sites are level and large enough to accommodate most RVs. Roads are paved throughout the campground.

Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Campsites in the first loop offer accessible flush toilets, coin-operated showers and drinking water. In the more primitive area of the campground, vault toilets are provided, as well as drinking water. Some sites are fully accessible.

A group campsite is available for reservations and can accommodate up to 50 people and 10 vehicles. It provides tables and a campfire circle, as well as vault toilets and drinking water.

Need to Know

• In order to contact our offices, please use the email: customerservice@pmcparks.com or view our website: CampOne.Com for answers to frequently asked questions.

• The road to get from Arroyo Seco to Big Sur is around 70 miles on a very curvy road which is approximately a two hours' drive.

• All single campsite reservations are good for 6 people and 1 vehicle. The maximum number of people per site is 8 ($10.00 additional charge after 6 people). Maximum number of vehicles per site is 2 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle).

• Please use caution in the river; water can be swift and dangerous in the spring

• Weather conditions can change rapidly; please check prior to arrival

• Insects may be present; please bring appropriate provisions (repellents, etc.)

• Reservations can be made three days in advance.

• Single sites include one vehicle in the use fee. Double sites include two vehicles in the use fee. Any extra vehicles will be charged at the campground for $10/night per vehicle.

• Click here for more information on the Los Padres National Forest

• Please Do Not Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Natural Features

The campground offers views of the Ventana Wilderness mountain peaks and one small lake (water levels depend on the season). It is nestled into the hillside, surrounded by abundant shrubbery and large oak trees. It is situated next to the Arroyo Seco River at an elevation of about 1,200 feet. A variety of birds and wildlife make their home in the area.

A splash of color greets visitors at the entrance gate, where a variety of plants in bloom. In the spring and fall, the leaves on the trees change to beautiful shades of red, yellow and orange, creating a beautiful scenic landscape. In the springtime, lupines bloom all around.

Nearby Attractions

The city of Monterey provides a variety of tourism opportunities and is located about 50 miles from the campground.

The west side of the Pinnacles National Monument is about 30 miles from the campground. The monument and surrounding area is popular among rock climbers during the spring and fall.

Recreation

The small non-body contact lake near the group campsites gives campers an edge on mountain fishing and small non-motorized boating. Anglers will find mostly bass and catfish in the lakes, and other species on occasion. A fishing license is required for visitors over 16 years of age. The nearby river offers a small beach where campers and day use visitors may wade and swim. All nearby bodies of water are dependent upon seasonal rain for levels to rise.

The Ventana Wilderness, also known as "the gorge," provides ample opportunities for hiking, swimming, backpacking, hunting and horseback riding. No motorized vehicles are allowed (unless prior permission is granted by the Forest Service) beyond the gated road and parking lot. The 15.5-mile Santa Lucia Trail is available for hiking and horseback riding and provides access to the surrounding wilderness and a variety of other trails.

Contact Information

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47600 ARROYO SECO ROAD GREENFIELD CA 93927

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 805-434-1996

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

Coming from the south on Highway 101 to Greenfield, take the first exit (Arroyo Seco) into town. Turn left on Elm Street and go west to Arroyo Seco Road and turn left. Arroyo Seco Road dead-ends at the campground.

Coming from the north on Highway 101, just past Soledad, turn west onto Arroyo Seco Road and continue to the campground.

Available Campsites

• Site 026, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 028, Loop MCML, Type Walk To
• Site 036, Loop PCLL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 041, Loop PCLL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 047, Loop PCUL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 050, Loop PCUL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 033, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 045, Loop PCUL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 039, Loop PCLL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 030, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 001, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site GS1, Loop ARRO, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 037, Loop PCLL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 024, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 009, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 017, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 044, Loop PCLL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 032, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 021, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 038, Loop PCLL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 003, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 048, Loop PCUL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 040, Loop PCLL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 023, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 018, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 027, Loop MCML, Type Walk To
• Site 029, Loop MCML, Type Walk To
• Site 012, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 007, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 043, Loop PCLL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 005, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 020, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 049, Loop PCUL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 004, Loop MCML, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 046, Loop PCUL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric

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