Glamping on the Edge at Ventana Big Sur

I spent New Year’s at Ventana Campground, and it was an incredible experience! The campground is absolutely beautiful, surrounded by nature with a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The entire area was super clean, and the bathrooms were well-maintained with warm showers—a huge plus for any camping trip! I loved how secluded it felt while still being conveniently close to nearby stores in case you need to grab any extra camping gear or supplies. Everything about the stay was smooth and enjoyable. I highly recommend Ventana Campground for anyone looking for a perfect escape into nature with all the comforts you need. Can’t wait to come back!

We stayed at Ventana Campground for two nights (Friday and Saturday), booking both a luxury site and a regular one. The luxury site was a great experience overall — clean, comfortable, and even had air-conditioned bathrooms and showers, but it was pricey at $240 per night. The regular site was pretty average — the ground was uneven and less comfortable. Bathroom and shower facilities were decent; the luxury area was definitely nicer and cleaner, with free showers. In contrast, showers at the regular sites were coin-operated. Cell signal depends on your carrier — AT&T worked really well (even good enough for streaming), while T-Mobile and Verizon had almost no signal. There’s campground WiFi available, but the connection was pretty weak (can’t remember if it was just for the luxury area or everywhere).

One of the most underrated campgrounds I’ve ever been to. Slightly more expensive (especially when adding in all of the service fees) but to have such beautiful redwood forests in the middle of Big Sur with last minute availability is worth every penny.

Here's the corrected and improved version of the review: I enjoyed a one-night camping trip here with my family, including my 6-year-old son. Overall, our experience was satisfactory, and everything went smoothly. The neighboring campers were quiet throughout the night, allowing us to sleep comfortably. The restroom facilities were clean and well-maintained. However, the shower situation was a bit challenging. One of the two shower booths had a broken shower head, while the other lacked hooks for hanging clothes while showering. As many reviews have mentioned, the campsites were somewhat close together. This may actually be beneficial for beginner campers, as having nearby neighbors provided a sense of security. The gated campsite also contributed to this feeling of safety. Access to water and trash bins was convenient. A small stream flowing through a side of the campsite was an excellent attraction for young children. I was pleasantly surprised to find that it still had water during the fall season. Despite the minor shower issues, I would consider returning to this campsite in the future. The overall experience was positive, making it a good option for family camping trips.

We had spot 49 & it was a little tricky to get to, but well worth the privacy up on a little hill. Clean bathrooms, hot showers, friendly staff - ice & firewood for sale. I had service the whole time, but my partner did not. Hit or miss, I guess. We will definitely be back!