San Simeon stole my heart!

I have been to the central coast of California many times, but I have never camped. I have had the opportunity to stay in beautiful hotels and Airbnbs, but I have never camped! I wish I would have known sooner about the Heart San Simeon Campsite because I would have camped!

After stopping at California Fresh Market in Pismo Beach to peruse their delightful selection of beers and spirits; we continued the awe-inspiring drive along the 101 to Highway 1.

When we arrived at the site, I was impressed by the views in the Creek Campground Upper Section (sites 1-35). Most of the sites have peek-a-boo views of the ocean or a direct view of the ocean. According to the California Department of Parks and Recreation this is one of the oldest parks in the system, but it doesn’t show its age. The facilities are well taken care of and very clean. The camp host has firewood for sale and there is even a horseshoe pit in the lower camping section.

We had our usual set-up with the Tepui tent by Thule and a couple of Yeti coolers to keep the beers cool. We were lucky enough to have a site with a tree and a peek-a-boo view of the ocean. This allowed for the blissful sounds of the ocean as we fell asleep and magnificent views when we woke up in the morning.

The beauty of the site came once we walked down to the lower campground and discovered it leads out to a breathtakingly beautiful and serene beach.

We were able to sit and listen to waves in complete peace and quiet. It was a beautiful place to connect with nature and witness its majesty.

We were lucky enough to make a new and very wise friend when we returned to our campsite. This wise new friend was smart enough to make this area her home. I only wish I would have known sooner because I would have camped.