Best Cabin Camping near Big Sur, CA

Several campgrounds near Big Sur, California provide rustic cabins nestled among redwood trees, with varying levels of amenities and comfort. Big Sur Campground & Cabins offers private cabins along the river, providing a welcome retreat during colder weather. Fernwood Campground & Resort features small cabins alongside their motel and restaurant facilities, with modern bathrooms and free showers nearby. "The property had a motel, restaurant, general store and also small cabins for stay options. We appreciated the location's proximity to the sites of Big Sur," notes Christina L., who stayed at Fernwood. Riverside Campground & Cabins provides similar accommodations with electricity and access to clean facilities. Most cabins include basic furnishings with heating options, though specific amenities vary by location.

Pet-friendly cabin options can be found at several locations, though policies differ regarding size restrictions and additional fees. Saddle Mountain Ranch in nearby Carmel offers "cabins that are tight but nice and clean" with "all the necessary utensils and dishes to cook for a couple nights," according to Craig N. The Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday provides small cabin rentals that serve as a convenient base for exploring Big Sur. Reservations are essential, particularly during summer months when demand peaks. Many cabins book months in advance, especially those at popular locations like Big Sur Campground & Cabins, which provides welcome packages including mugs, cards, flashlights, and firewood.

Most cabin rentals include beds with mattresses but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary widely, from basic setups with microwaves to more complete kitchens with cookware and utensils at locations like Saddle Mountain Ranch. On-site general stores at Big Sur Campground & Cabins, Fernwood, and Riverside Campground stock essential groceries, though selection is limited and prices higher than in town. Visitors staying in more rustic cabins should pack cooking equipment, food storage containers, and all necessary toiletries. While cell service is limited throughout the region, some locations offer Wi-Fi for an additional fee, though connectivity can be unreliable in this remote forest setting.

Best Cabin Sites Near Big Sur, California (17)

    1. Big Sur Campground & Cabins

    28 Reviews
    Big Sur, CA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 667-2322

    $80 - $699 / night

    "It's on the north end of Big Sur which is great since you can come from the north or drive through Big Sur to get there (which is beautiful)."

    "Big Sur Campground and Cabins, while on the pricier side for camping, definitely delivers on cleanliness, service, and quality of experience."

    2. Ventana Campground

    23 Reviews
    Big Sur, CA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 667-2331

    $85 - $105 / night

    "I have always ended up here every time I have visited Big Sur because the public campgrounds in the area are always booked out, but this has to be one of my favorite places that I have ever camped."

    "We were incredibly fortunate when we camped as all of the National Parks had been closed due to the Dolan fires, and Highway 1 was closed just after the campground turnoff, so there literally was no traffic"

    3. Fernwood Campground & Resort

    16 Reviews
    Big Sur, CA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (831) 667-2422

    $60 - $100 / night

    "It was equipped with a picnic table and fire ring with grate. Power and water were also at the site. Close to the bathrooms but not too close that it was loud."

    "Fernwood is a unique campground because it has tent sites, RV spaces, canvas tents, cabins, a motel and even a restaurant."

    4. Julia Pfeiffer Burns Environmental Camping — Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

    13 Reviews
    Big Sur, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 667-1112

    "The redwoods gave tons of cover and space to set up hammocks. 

    You can walk over and see McWay Falls on the path. You are also within walking distance to the beach as well."

    "This is another favorite of my Big Sur stops. If you're with a big group, this campground has lots of tent sites and plenty of room to host multiple campers."

    5. Saddle Mountain Ranch

    25 Reviews
    Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 624-1617

    "This place is nestled in the Carmel Valley and decently secluded. We booked a luxury gazebo situation which came with a queen bed (heated mattress) a fire pit and your own propane grill."

    "Great location with nice views of the valley. Easy drive in with parking spots next to most sites.

    Camp sites and cabins are a little close together but nice, clean grounds make it comfortable."

    6. Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

    89 Reviews
    Pinnacles, CA
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 200-1722

    $43 - $164 / night

    "The sites were semi private as the brush and trees have grown around most sites offering a little privacy. Other campers were friendly and considerate."

    "We stayed here due to having to detour from Big Sur because of the landslide that closed the 1 hwy. on our way up to Alaska."

    7. Plaskett Creek Campground - Los Padres National Forest

    24 Reviews
    Lucia, CA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 434-1996

    $45 - $204 / night

    "Campsites aren’t too close together but don’t expect too much privacy. Each spot has a picnic table, fire pit, and charcoal grill. Water spouts disbursed around."

    "It was the most reasonably priced campground we could find in the Big Sur area."

    8. Monterey Pines RV Park - Military

    9 Reviews
    Monterey, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 656-7563

    "Sits next to a beautiful golf course, recently revamped parking spots, now cement vs. dirt. Staff is very polite and the camp host will go out of her way to make your stay a wonderful one."

    "Pretty quiet with the exception of the Monterey Regional Airport next to it and even then it wasn’t very noticeable."

    9. Riverside Campground & Cabins

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    Big Sur, CA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (831) 667-2414

    $75 - $250 / night

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