Fernwood Resort and Campground

Fernwood Resort sits directly on California Highway 1 in Big Sur, tucked among redwoods along the Big Sur River. It has operated for decades as a gathering spot for travelers, artists, and anyone passing through this stretch of coast, combining lodging, camping, dining, and live entertainment in one property.

Accommodation options span the spectrum: cabins, motel-style hotel rooms, glamping tents, tent cabins, tent camping sites, and RV sites. Some rooms include a hot tub, and several lodging options have a fireplace. The property is pet friendly and set up for groups, couples, and families alike, with camping available on both sides of the river.

On site, the Tavern Bar & Grill serves craft cocktails, beer, and food, with live bands most Saturday nights, karaoke, game nights, and periodic music festivals that bring full-day concerts to the campground. A General Store covers camping supplies, groceries, gifts, coffee, and ice cream. Guests can walk to a rare albino redwood tree on the grounds and access Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park nearby.

Fernwood is priced in the moderate range for the area. Reservations are handled through camplife.com, and the resort can also be reached by phone for questions about rooms, camping, or events.