Tassajara Creek Campground campground
Tassajara Creek Campground
There are several nearby points of interest, including the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, which offers meditation retreats, workshops, and hot springs. Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the Los Padres National Forest, with its miles of hiking and biking trails.
The campground offers several amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, restrooms, and potable water. However, there are no RV hookups or showers available. The camping area operates on a first-come, first-serve basis and has a total of 13 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that Tassajara Creek is home to several endangered species, including the California red-legged frog and the Western pond turtle.
The best time of year to visit Tassajara Creek Campground is from April to October, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to low 80s. It is important to note that the campground is only accessible via a 14-mile dirt road, which can be challenging for some vehicles, especially during inclement weather.
What's on-site at Tassajara Creek 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 Tassajara Creek Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse Pasture (Adobe) Primitive Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tony Trail Primitive Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Willow Springs Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Horse Pasture Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rocky Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tassajara Creek Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Seco Nr Soledad Ca | 46 cfs | → |
| Big Sur R Nr Big Sur Ca | 39 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Bl Reliz C Nr Soledad Ca | · | → |
| Salinas R A Soledad Ca | 211 cfs | → |
| Carmel R A Robles Del Rio Ca | 36 cfs | → |
| Salinas R Nr Chualar Ca | 99 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
- Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
- Hastings Natural History Reserve
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
- Limekiln State Park
- Patriot Park
- Andrew Molera State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- 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 To Sportsman's Club
- Ventana Wilderness Boundary To Nf 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 Tassajara Creek Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tassajara Creek Campground
Can I make reservations at Tassajara Creek 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 Tassajara Creek 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 Tassajara Creek Campground.