Anyone who's planned a trip to Big Sur knows that securing a camping spot is a task and a half. Preserving 1,346 acres of coastal redwoods and rolling hills, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is one of the jewels in California's park system. It's also home to some of the most sought-after campsites in the region, ranging from sites along the crystal-clear Big Sur River to ones shaded by soaring redwood trees. The 189-site campground is divided into three loops: South Camp (sites 1 to 78), Weyland Camp (sites 79 to 130), and Main Camp (131 to 189). These recommendations draw on firsthand experiences as a Bay Area local camping at the park, as well as visitor reviews and advice from local Big Sur outdoor folk.