Old Wagon Cave Campground campground
Old Wagon Cave Campground
Reservations are required to secure a campsite at Old Wagon Cave Campground. It is highly recommended to book in advance, as availability can be limited due to the campground's popularity. The best time to visit this camping area is during the summer months when the weather is typically warm and dry, allowing for various outdoor activities. However, it is important to note that the campground is open year-round, so visitors can also enjoy the stunning natural beauty during other seasons.
While exploring the camping area, campers should be mindful of their surroundings and take precautions to ensure their safety. It is advisable to be cautious of wildlife encounters and properly store food to prevent attracting animals. Additionally, campers should be aware of potential weather changes and pack accordingly. Overall, Old Wagon Cave Campground offers a serene and well-equipped camping experience in the heart of California's natural beauty.
What's on-site at Old Wagon Cave Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Old Wagon Cave Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrizo Springs Rustic Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Carrizo Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Abc Camp Rustic Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Memorial Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Nacimiento Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Old Wagon Cave Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Seco Nr Soledad Ca | 36 cfs | → |
| San Antonio R Nr Lockwood Ca | · | → |
| Arroyo Seco Bl Reliz C Nr Soledad Ca | · | → |
| San Lorenzo C Bl Bitterwater C Nr King City Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Salinas R A Soledad Ca | 198 cfs | → |
| Big Sur R Nr Big Sur Ca | 38 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Ventana
- Limekiln State Park
- Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
- San Lorenzo Recreation Area And Campground
- San Antonio Park
- Forden Park
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Sportsman's Club
- Ventana Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary
- 0.25 Milesupstram Of The Impoundment At Sportsman's Lodge To 0.25 Miles Downstream Of The Impoundment At Sportsman's Lodge
- 0.25 Miles Downstream Of The Impoundment Of Sportsman's Lodge To Ventana Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters North Fork Little Sur To Boy Scout Camp
- Boy Scout Camp To Confluence With Mainstem Little Sur
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Old Wagon Cave Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Old Wagon Cave Campground
Can I make reservations at Old Wagon Cave Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Old Wagon Cave Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Old Wagon Cave Campground.