Terrace Creek Campsite campground
Terrace Creek Campsite
The campsite features basic amenities, including potable water, picnic tables, and fire rings. It is a first-come, first-served campground with 14 campsites available on-site. Interestingly, the campground is located along the Pacific Coast Trail, which makes it a popular spot for backpackers.
The best time to visit Terrace Creek Campsite is in the summer season between June and August, with average temperatures ranging from 66°F to 72°F. However, visitors should note that the campsite is closed during the winter season, which typically runs from November through April.
Overall, Terrace Creek Campsite is a peaceful and picturesque spot to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Its proximity to the Pacific Coast Trail makes it particularly alluring to backpackers who enjoy the challenge of hiking through the wilderness.
What's on-site at Terrace Creek Campsite
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 Terrace Creek Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlaw Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Barlow Flat Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Thorpe Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ventana Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ventana Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Terrace Creek Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sur R Nr Big Sur Ca | 38 cfs | → |
| Carmel R A Robles Del Rio Ca | 35 cfs | → |
| Carmel R Nr Carmel Ca | 36 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Nr Soledad Ca | 36 cfs | → |
| Salinas R Nr Chualar Ca | 98 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Bl Reliz C Nr Soledad Ca | · | → |
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
- Andrew Molera State Park
- Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
- Point Sur State Historic Park
- Hastings Natural History Reserve
- Garland Ranch Regional Park
Paddle runs
- Headwaters North Fork Little Sur To Boy Scout Camp
- Boy Scout Camp To Confluence With Mainstem Little Sur
- Headwaters South Fork Little Sur To Confluence With Mainstem Little Sur
- 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
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 Terrace Creek Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Terrace Creek Campsite
Can I make reservations at Terrace Creek Campsite?
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 Terrace Creek Campsite?
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 Terrace Creek Campsite.