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Cerro Alto Campground

Los Padres National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Cerro Alto Campground is a campground in Los Padres National Forest, California with 15 campsites. Cerro Alto Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Cerro Alto Campground is located at 35.4275° N, 120.7383° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Cerro Alto Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Cerro Alto Campground

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Standard 9
Tent 6

What an RV fits

15 ft2 sites
25 ft3 sites
30 ft2 sites
35 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Cerro Alto Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the CERRO ALTO CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
008	Standard	8	15 ft
009	Standard	8	25 ft
010	Tent	8	-
011	Tent	8	-
012	Tent	8	-
013	Tent	8	-
014	Standard	8	35 ft
015	Standard	8	15 ft
016	Standard	8	25 ft
017	Standard	8	25 ft
018	Standard	8	-
019	Tent	8	-
020	Standard	8	30 ft
021	Standard	8	30 ft
022	Tent	8	-

About Cerro Alto Campground

Overview

Cerro Alto Campground is a well-known hiking and mountain biking paradise. It is located a short distance from the sandy beaches of Morro Bay, where visitors enjoy surfing, fishing, kayaking, sailing, scuba diving and more. While the campground offers a serene, relaxed environment, both Morro Bay and the nearby town of Atascadero offer numerous dining opportunities, shopping, museums and other activities. Wine Tasting in the Tempelton, Paso Robles Area is also a very popular experience.

Recreation

Visitors enjoy ample hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding opportunities, along with a 360-degree view of the Central California coast and inland valleys. The 4-mile Cerro Alto Trail, which leads to the peak, begins within the campground.

Morro Bay beaches are less than 10 miles from the campground, offering wide sandy stretches and swimming, surfing, fishing, kayaking, sailing, scuba diving and more. An 18-hole championship golf course is located in the oceanside town.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family sites for tent or RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring and grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided, but no hookups are available. Trash collection bins are scattered throughout the campground.

Natural Features

The campground is situated in a mixed oak, pine and sycamore forest at an elevation of about 1,000 feet. It lies in a verdant canyon pass along a semiannual mountain creek. The roads are paved, but narrow, winding and single lane with turnouts to each site.

Nearby Attractions

Paso Robles, which is quickly becoming known as a premier spot for Central Coast wines, is located 20 miles from the campground. Wine tasting tours are offered daily, or visitors can select individualized tours of numerous wineries located in the area.

The campground makes a great base camp for motorcyclists or day-trippers to visit the quaint, neighboring towns of San Luis Obispo, Cayucos, Harmony and Cambria, all of which are within 35 miles of the campground.

Tours of historic Hearst Castle are also available. Visitors can spend time relaxing at the many available day spas located at nearby Avila or Grover beaches. Off-road vehicle trails are available on famous Pismo Beach.

Rules and notices at Cerro Alto Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Cerro Alto Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

In order to contact our offices, please use the email: customerservice@pmcparks.com or view our website: CampOne.Com for answers to frequently asked questions.

For guided tours of the estuary, contact the Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce at (805) 772-4467.

Reservations can be made three days in advance.

Campsite reservation fee covers 6 people and 1 vehicle. Maximum number of people per site is 8 ($10.00 additional charge per person, per night after 6 people). Maximum number of vehicles per site is 2 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle per night).

Extra vehicle and person fees will be charged at the facility.

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Cerro Alto Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cerro Alto Campground?

Cerro Alto Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 15 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cerro Alto Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cerro Alto Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cerro Alto Campground have?

Cerro Alto Campground has 15 campsites.