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Big Sur camping

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Big Sur camping
15 years ago, June 3rd 2008 No: 1 Msg: #37206  
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As part of my RTW trip, I am planning on doing a week from San Francisco to LA via Big Sur (Highway1).
There are a lot of camping places on this segment and I was wondering if it would be worth camping as there don't seem to be many hostels.
I won't have a tent with me so are these available at the sites? Reply to this

15 years ago, June 3rd 2008 No: 2 Msg: #37275  
I am not aware of any campsites which provides tents. However, you can consider buying one from walmart or target.. it will cost you around $30+.. I think if any campground provides you a tent, it might cost you the same!

Check out Big Sur Camping for camp ground listing.
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15 years ago, June 4th 2008 No: 3 Msg: #37324  
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I could probably buy a tent and sleeping bag? How much do you think this would be? Bearing in mind I'll be there in September so should be warm enough.
I think it might be a better way to experience California than staying in motels/B&B's plus the parks should be quite cool?
Then I can just ditch the tent and sleeping bag in LA as I go off on the rest of the RTW ? Reply to this

15 years ago, June 4th 2008 No: 4 Msg: #37368  
Yep... Sounds like a plan to me!
Coastal area might be a bit cold... however, noway below zero... may be around 10-20 C.
Sleeping bag would cost you around $14-20... If you want warmer, then probably $30.
I hope you are renting a car; as big sur has minimal public transportation. Reply to this

15 years ago, June 4th 2008 No: 5 Msg: #37369  
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Yes, car from SF.
Any other camping tools and I can probably just buy on route such as food, disposable BBQ, etc.? Reply to this

15 years ago, June 4th 2008 No: 6 Msg: #37374  
yeah... there are a few grocery stores/restaurants on the way.. many of the campsites will provide you fire-ring for campfire.
Check out my blog - Magnificent Big Sur. You might get some useful links... Reply to this

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