Ponderosa Campground
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About Ponderosa Campground
Ponderosa Campground is a national park campground at Los Padres National Forest in Monterey County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Ponderosa Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 40 ft. Campers rate it 2.6/5 across 26 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Los Padres National Forest include Kirk Creek Campground, Plaskett Creek Campground, Memorial Campground and Escondido Campground.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 15 · 2024: 4
Location
Address
Monterey County, California
Coordinates
36.0050, -121.3764
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 106 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Ponderosa Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Ponderosa Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Ponderosa Campground?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Ponderosa Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Ponderosa Campground right now?
Ponderosa Campground is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Ponderosa Campground located?
Ponderosa Campground is located in Los Padres National Forest, California.
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