California Central Coast

Interactive Map

Planning Tips

  1. Most, but not all, of the campgrounds are slightly north of this area. This is a popular destination and reservations are necessary.

  2. If you are eligible to use military campgrounds, there is one in Monterey. See the interactive military campgrounds map.

  3. Monterey and Salinas are the two largest municipalities and should meet all of your service and entertainment needs.

Highlights

In a state filled with things to see, California’s Central Coast still stands out as a high-payoff destination. From Monterey and Carmel to Big Sur you will find some of the most incredible coastline in the world. When you throw in a national park and national monument on top of that, it is too much to see in a short trip. Plan for at least a week.

Here are some of the things you will want to see:

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Monterey Average Temperatures and Rainfall