Turner Creek Rustic Camp campground
Turner Creek Rustic Camp
The campsite is equipped with basic amenities, including picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. However, there is no potable water available, so visitors must bring their own supply. The campground operates on a first-come-first-serve basis, and there are only six campsites available.
An interesting fact about Turner Creek Rustic Camp is that it was originally built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, a work relief program created during the Great Depression. The campsite has since been renovated to provide a rustic, back-to-nature experience.
The best time of year to visit Turner Creek Rustic Camp is during the summer months, from June to September. During this time, the weather is mild and pleasant, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for occasional rainstorms and thunderstorms, which are common in the area.
What's on-site at Turner Creek Rustic 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 Turner Creek Rustic Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Tree Rustic Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bottchers Gap Campround | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bottchers Gap | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Skinner Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Turner Creek Rustic Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Carmel R A Robles Del Rio Ca | 35 cfs | → |
| Big Sur R Nr Big Sur Ca | 38 cfs | → |
| Carmel R Nr Carmel Ca | 36 cfs | → |
| Salinas R Nr Spreckels Ca | 68 cfs | → |
| Salinas R Nr Chualar Ca | 98 cfs | → |
| Reclamation Ditch Nr Salinas Ca | 2 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
- Garrapata State Park
- Garland Ranch Regional Park
- Point Sur State Historic Park
- Andrew Molera State Park
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
- Point Lobos State Reserve
Fishing spots
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 Turner Creek Rustic Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Turner Creek Rustic Camp
Can I make reservations at Turner Creek Rustic 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 Turner Creek Rustic 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 Turner Creek Rustic Camp.