No working DC fast chargers in Big Sur yet
Just 9 Level 2 ports across Tesla Destination, Tesla.
Stations · 4
Ventana Big Sur - Tesla Supercharger
48123 Highway 1Post Ranch Inn - Tesla Destination
47900 State Highway 1Ventana Big Sur - Tesla Destination
48123 Hwy 1Esalen Institute - Tesla Destination
55000 Highway 1Which EV Charging Networks Operate in Big Sur, CA?
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Infrastructure Grade
47% DC Fast
Based on DC Fast Charger ratio
8 of 17 ports
How is this graded?
Based on DC Fast Charger ratio:
- A: 40%+ DC Fast ports
- B: 30–39%
- C: 20–29%
- D: 10–19%
- F: Under 10%
Density Metrics
Data Status
Current
Last updated: Jun 24, 2026
Data sourced from U.S. DOE AFDC
As of June 2026, Big Sur, California has 4 publicly accessible EV charging stations with 17 charging ports. Tesla Destination operates 75% of stations in the area, followed by Tesla at 25% — part of California's 20,670 stations statewide.
47% of ports (8) are DC fast chargers capable of adding 100+ miles of range in under 30 minutes, while 53% (9) are Level 2 chargers suited for longer stops. Available connector types include Tesla (NACS). Learn more in our Tesla Supercharger network. View national charging statistics for broader context.
For regional context, see how California's EV infrastructure compares with Oregon.
What Is the EV Charging Outlook for Big Sur?
Strong Fast Charging Network
47% of charging ports in Big Sur are DC fast chargers, providing good options for quick charging sessions.
Tesla Destination Stronghold
Tesla Destination leads the market in Big Sur with 75% of stations, making their membership particularly valuable here.
High-Capacity Stations
Charging stations in Big Sur average 4.3 ports each, reducing wait times and improving charging accessibility.
Where Else Can I Charge Near Big Sur?
Santa Cruz, California
Salinas, California
Marina, California
Gilroy, California
Monterey, California
Watsonville, California
Hollister, California
Pacific Grove, California
Carmel-By-The-Sea, California
Seaside, California
Data sourced from the US DOE Alternative Fuels Station Locator (AFDC), maintained by NREL.
Last synced: June 21, 2026
🏨 Charge While You Stay — Hotels with EV Charging in Big Sur
3 hotels with on-site EV charging · 3 Tesla Destination · 9 Level 2 ports
Post Ranch Inn
⚡ Tesla47900 State Highway 1
Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
📍 View on MapVentana Big Sur
⚡ Tesla48123 Hwy 1
Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
📍 View on MapEsalen Institute
⚡ Tesla55000 Highway 1
Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
📍 View on Map"Charging stations are critical services, but when they're out of order or barely functional, it wastes consumers' valuable time."