Pine Ridge Camp campground
Pine Ridge Camp
Reservations are accepted at Pine Ridge Camp, which is great for campers who prefer to secure their spot in advance. It is advisable to make reservations early, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability.
The best time to visit Pine Ridge Camp is during the spring or fall when the weather is mild, and the campsite is less crowded. The beautiful landscapes and comfortable temperatures during these seasons make it an ideal time for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. It is recommended to check the weather conditions before planning a trip to the campground.
While visiting Pine Ridge Camp, campers should be cautious of wildlife in the area, including bears. Proper food storage and disposing of trash in designated containers are crucial to minimize encounters with wildlife. It is also important to practice Leave No Trace principles and respect the natural environment by leaving the campsite as clean as it was found.
What's on-site at Pine Ridge Camp
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 Pine Ridge Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Bear Basin Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ringtail Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bear Basin Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Redwood Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cienega Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Pine Ridge Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sur R Nr Big Sur Ca | 39 cfs | → |
| Carmel R A Robles Del Rio Ca | 35 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Nr Soledad Ca | 37 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Bl Reliz C Nr Soledad Ca | · | → |
| Salinas R Nr Chualar Ca | 97 cfs | → |
| Salinas R A Soledad Ca | 214 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
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
- Hastings Natural History Reserve
- Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
- Andrew Molera State Park
- Garland Ranch Regional Park
- Point Sur State Historic Park
Paddle runs
- Headwaters North Fork Little Sur To Boy Scout Camp
- 0.25 Miles Downstream Of The Impoundment Of Sportsman's Lodge To Ventana Wilderness Boundary
- 0.25 Milesupstram Of The Impoundment At Sportsman's Lodge To 0.25 Miles Downstream Of The Impoundment At Sportsman's Lodge
- Headwaters To Sportsman's Club
- Ventana Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary
- 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 Pine Ridge Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pine Ridge Camp
Can I make reservations at Pine Ridge Camp?
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 Pine Ridge Camp?
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 Pine Ridge Camp.