Fernwood Resort and Campground offers motel rooms, cabins, free Wi-Fi, and an on-site tavern near Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. Rated 4.4 with 1,063 reviews.
Guests highlight the peaceful riverside setting, convenient on-site amenities, and friendly service, making it a favored option near Big Sur’s natural attractions.
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Set along the banks of the Big Sur River, Fernwood Resort and Campground offers a mix of simple motel rooms and cabins in a natural setting. The property includes an on-site tavern and a general store with an espresso bar, providing convenient amenities without extensive luxury features. Guests appreciate the clean, shaded campsites and the well-maintained grounds that create a peaceful environment close to nature.
Facilities include free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, a restaurant, and a bar, although there is no pool, fitness center, or airport shuttle. The property is kid-friendly and smoke-free but does not allow pets. Reviewers note the convenience of the general store and the quality of the food and drinks at the restaurant, highlighting their positive experiences with the friendly staff and overall atmosphere.
The location is well-suited for outdoor enthusiasts, situated 0.7 miles from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and within easy reach of notable natural attractions such as Pfeiffer Beach, Andrew Molera State Park, and McWay Falls. Guests often mention the direct access to hiking trails and the calming river setting, making it a good choice for those looking to explore the outdoors while having basic comforts close at hand.
Review feedback is generally positive, with a 4.4 rating based on over 1,000 reviews. Some guests find the campsites a bit tight and mention higher pricing compared to nearby options, alongside occasional noise from the motel area on weekends. Nonetheless, it remains a practical option for travelers seeking a balance between camping and modest accommodations in the Big Sur region.
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Clean amenities and a great location! The campsites are a little tight, but overall it’s a really nice campground. The on-site grocery store and awesome restaurant make things incredibly convenient. We stayed at campsite 64 near bridge, bathroom, and river and would happily return.
Great location. Excellent service. Tasty food and good drinks at the restaurant. The store was convenient. All in all, this place was a breath of fresh air from the zero personality employees and terrible service at Big Sur Lodge restaurant and gift shop. We will be staying here next time.
Location is wonderful -- surrounded by sequoias, and right on the river. We stayed in the tent cabins. The prices are crazy high, but that's what the private campgrounds go for here. Definitely avoid staying in the motel on weekends, as they always have loud music till 1am then; but down by the river it was not too bad. Camp in a state park if you can, but if everything is full, this is not a bad option if you can drop $200 a night.
Wonderful campground and hotel with direct access to hiking trails and the state Park. The restaurant is excellent, campsites clean, shaded and quiet. The store has anything you may need. Staff is very friendly. Make reservations in advance as it fills up.
Fernwood Campground & Resort is in such a beautiful, majestic setting — truly what you picture when you think of Big Sur. The campsites are spacious and having water and electric hookups made everything easy and comfortable. The river is clean and peaceful, and the grounds are very well manicured and cared for. One of my favorite parts was the easy hiking trail that connects directly to Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, giving access to even more scenic trails without needing to move the car. The camp store is super convenient and well stocked with essentials, and the staff were friendly and welcoming throughout our stay. The only downside — and the reason for 4 instead of 5 stars — is that the $20 dump fee felt unexpected and seems like it should be included in the campsite price. Other than that, it was a wonderful stay and I’d absolutely come back.
Location is along a nice river and down a set of stairs of a restaurant and a general store/cafe. Our site had hookups and drinking water that tasted fine.
Gone here for 10 years now and it has never disappointed!! The location is perfect for kids and adults. The service at the cafe/store is great, they are super nice and always have a good selection of stuff. The cabins seem really nice and so do the tent cabins if you have a few people but I have always tent camped and it is amazing. The bathroom are always clean and the free shower are nice. Overall this places is amazing and a great place to check out this summer!!!
We love the “glamping tents” and have come several times. Delicious food and cocktails plus great vibes on the large deck in the trees at the little restaurant. Anything you could need at the little general store. The creek running through the campsite is beautiful and so fun to spend the day swimming in— bring your tube and floaties!
Set along the banks of the Big Sur River, this property with a motel and cabins is 0.7 miles from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and 3.9 miles from Pfeiffer Beach.
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