Tony Trail Primitive Camp campground
Tony Trail Primitive Camp
The campground is located near several popular points of interest, including the John Muir Wilderness, the Ansel Adams Wilderness, and the Devils Postpile National Monument. Visitors can also explore nearby lakes, streams, and waterfalls, as well as take scenic drives through the surrounding wilderness areas.
While Tony Trail Primitive Camp is a primitive camping area without many amenities, visitors will find several essential facilities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. The campground is first-come, first-serve and has eight campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was named after Tony, a packer who worked in the area for many years, and who was well-known for his skills in packing mules and horses.
The best time to visit Tony Trail Primitive Camp is during the summer months when temperatures are mild and comfortable, averaging around 70°F during the day and dropping to around 40°F at night. It is important to note that the campground is only accessible by a 3.5-mile hike, so visitors should be prepared for a moderate hike to reach the camping area.
What's on-site at Tony Trail Primitive 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 Tony Trail Primitive Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Springs Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tassajara Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Zigzag Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Horse Pasture (Adobe) Primitive Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tony Trail Primitive Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sur R Nr Big Sur Ca | 39 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Nr Soledad Ca | 37 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Bl Reliz C Nr Soledad Ca | · | → |
| Salinas R A Soledad Ca | 214 cfs | → |
| Carmel R A Robles Del Rio Ca | 35 cfs | → |
| Salinas R Nr Chualar Ca | 97 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
- Andrew Molera State Park
- Patriot 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 Tony Trail Primitive Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tony Trail Primitive Camp
Can I make reservations at Tony Trail Primitive 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 Tony Trail Primitive 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 Tony Trail Primitive Camp.