Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Arroyo Seco
VISIT DATE: 07/11/2002
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Monterey
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Greenfield
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Greenfield, CA, at intersection of El Camino Real and Elm
Ave., take Elm Ave. (County Rt. G16) west 5.6 miles to an
intersection. Turn left onto Arroyo Seco Rd. (staying on Rt.
G16) and go 6.6 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left, staying
on Arroyo Seco Rd., and go 4.5 miles to campground entrance.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,200 ft.
The campground has three unnamed loops near the Arroyo Seco. The
first loop is the largest most "modern" with fire rings, pedestal
grilles, flush toilets, hot showers, deep sinks, and RV friendly
design. The camp sites in this loop have views of "the gorge"
and various peaks in the Ventana Wilderness. The next two loops
are closer to Arroyo Seco's two small lakes. They are more
rustic with dirt parking aprons, vault toilets, rough interior
roads, and some low branches. A dense canopy of oak trees
provide ample shade in these two loops, but except for a few
sites that look down on the lakes, none have the vistas available
in the first loop.
The nearby day-use area has a sandy beach and river swimming.
The campground is at the end of a long drive but well worth it.
Serves as a good base camp for exploring the Ventana Wilderness.
Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single "developed"
$60 per day - double "developed"
$25 per day - "primitive"
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 47
Total Sites: 49
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 49
No. Grilles on Sites: 49
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 45'*
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved in the first loop and dirt in the
second and third loops. The hairpin turn at entrance to second
and third loops limits access to pop-up tent campers and slide-in
RVs.
* First loop only; 12' X 31' is average parking apron size for the
other loops.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 9
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The showers are in the first loop - coin operated and wheelchair
friendly. There is also a deep sink for washing dishes in the
first loop.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two small lakes - about 10 acres total. Swimming is
available in river swimming hole in the nearby day-use area -
sandy beach.
HIKING
Santa Lucia Trail (foot & horse) - 15.5 miles
provides access to Ventana Wilderness and its network of trails
FISHING
Bass, crappie, and catfish - in lakes
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bottchers Gap
VISIT DATE: 11/17/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Monterey
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Carmel
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Carmel, CA, take State Rt. 1 south 11.2 miles to Palo
Colorado sign. Turn left at sign and go 7.7 miles on Palo
Colorado to campground.
NOTE: The Palo Colorado road is paved, but is steep and winding
and single-lane with turnouts most of the way.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,860 ft.
The campground is located in a "saddle" caused by the Palo
Colorado fault. It is situated among Madrones and five different
species of Live Oaks. Sites 9 through 12 offer panoramic view,
but view from the "heliport" is best. Campground is location of
former Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) guard station.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
NOTE: Campground is indefinitely closed; contact Ranger District
office for status.
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 0
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
Comments:
There is water available at the Julia Pfeiffer-Burns State
Park located 14.9 miles south of campground on State
Rt. 1.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Skinner Ridge Trail - access to a 156 mile network of trails in
the Ventana Wilderness (foot and horse).
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Camp-O-Alto
VISIT DATE: 07/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Pinos
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Frazier Park
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Frazier Park, CA, take Frazier Mtn Park Rd west 1.8 miles to
an intersection. Continue straight on Cuddy Valley Rd, which
becomes Mil Portero Hwy, for 13.4 miles to Condor Campground
sign. Turn left onto Cerro Noroeste Rd and go 7.8 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,200 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, meanders around the top
of Cerro Noroeste, also called Mt. Abel, through a stand of large
Ponderosa pine. The camp sites are large and widely spaced
providing ample privacy. A quiet campground at the edge of the
Chumash Wilderness, the vistas are spectacular. Condor sightings
are possible from campground. The ground cover is pine needles
and cones. Two of the sites are intended for groups but may be
occupied by single families if not occupied or reserved. For the
last 7.8 miles of drive to campground, enjoy the great views.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 19
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See below
Comments:
Parking aprons are dirt covered with pine needles. Aprons are
not clearly designated and are irregular in size and shape. Small
RVs are recommended.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
An unmarked dirt road at east end of campground, next to camp
site 1, leads to Mt. Pinos Trail - provides access to Chumash
Wilderness and Mt. Pinos.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cerro Alto
VISIT DATE: 11/22/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Lucia
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Atascadero
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Atascadero, CA, take State Rt. 41 west 6.9 miles to
campground sign (sign is tucked into hillside). Turn left into
campground.
NOTE: Paved road between fee booth and campground is narrow,
winding and single lane with turnouts.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,000 ft.
Campground is located along East Fork of Morro Creek under mixed
Live Oak, pine and Sycamore trees. Cerro Alto Trail is a
challenging trail for mountain bikers and foot hikers, making the
campground an excellent base for such enthusiasts. Sites 1
through 7 are walk-in tent sites comprised of California Bay
trees. There is an amphitheater.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14.5' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 5
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Cerro Alto Trail (foot, mountain bike & horse) - 4 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: China Camp
VISIT DATE: 04/04/2009
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Monterey
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Carmel Valley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Carmel Valley, CA take W. Carmel Valley Rd (Rt. G16) south
11.5 miles to Tassajara Rd. sign. Turn right onto Tassajara Rd
(dirt) and go 10.5 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,300 ft.
NOTE: This campground came online after the authors researched
Los Padres National Forest. All information provided by Monterey
Ranger District Office.
This rustic tent-only campground, adjacent to the Ventana
Wilderness, offers campers a near wilderness camping experience
without a long hike. Native oak provide shade and a variety of
understory plants offer minimal privacy between sites. The
campground is composed of two loops. The lower loop is open all
year while the upper loop may be closed in inclement weather.
Campers are advised to bring their own firewood. Bug spray is a
must and campers are advised to be aware of the dangers posed by
ticks and poison oak.
This is cougar country; practice safe food storage techniques.
A possible day trip is the Tarajara Hot Springs, located 6.4
miles south of campground on Tassajara Rd.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided June 2 through Labor Day - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS None
HIKING
Pine Ridge Trail, 3E06 (foot only) - 2.8 miles
Provides access to the Ventana Wilderness and its
network of trails
FISHING No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Chuchupate
VISIT DATE: 07/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Pinos
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Frazier Park
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Frazier Park, CA, take Frazier Mtn Park Rd 1.8 miles to
Lockwood Valley Rd sign. Turn left onto Lockwood Valley Rd. and
go 0.8 miles to Chuchupate Ranger District sign. Turn left onto
Forest Rt. 8N04 and go 2.5 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,300 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, has two unnamed loops.
The small loop is highest up the mountain and has sharp turn in
the middle which will be very difficult for RVs to negotiate.
The lower loop is larger comprising most of the camp sites. A
few sites on this loop overlook a grassy meadow. Jeffrey pine
provide shade to most camp sites in the campground. Several
camp sites are overgrown.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments:
Open May 15 through October 31 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11.5' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Three aprons exceed 55 ft.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Chula Vista
VISIT DATE: 07/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Pinos
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Frazier Park
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Frazier Park, CA, take Frazier Mountain Park Rd. west 1.8
miles to an intersection. Continue straight onto Cuddy Valley
Rd. for 5.1 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left, continuing
on Cuddy Valley Rd., and go 8.6 miles to parking lot. Park
vehicle and walk about 0.2 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,300 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, is composed of huge
Ponderosa pines and Lupine. It is bordered on one side by a
glorious meadow of wildflowers. The ground cover is composed of
pine needles and pine cones. Privacy between camp sites is fair
to good. Although there is no potable water, tent campers should
thoroughly enjoy this campground. The campground is 2 miles from
the top of Mt. Pinos, considered a sacred place by the Chumash
people.
On the weekends, very serious amateur astronomers set up their
telescopes in the parking lot. Most of these folks are from the
LA area and welcome campers to look through their, sometimes very
large, telescopes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge, but an Adventure Pass is required - $5 per day or
$30 annually. Contact the Ranger District Office for purchase information.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
There is a network of unmarked cross-country ski trails.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Davy Brown
VISIT DATE: 11/21/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Lucia
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Santa Ynez
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Santa Ynez, CA, take State Rt. 246 north 1.5 miles to
intersection of State Rts. 246 and 154. Continue through
intersection onto Armour Ranch Rd. and go 1.6 miles to Happy
Canyon Rd. Turn left onto Happy Canyon Rd. and go 13.8 miles to
a "T" intersection. Continue straight onto Sunset Valley Rd. 5.6
miles to campground. Sections of Happy Canyon Rd. are impassible
in wet weather. As an alternative route, take Figueroa Mt. Rd.
from Los Olivos, CA for 20.6 miles to Sunset Valley Rd. Turn
left onto Sunset Valley Rd. and go 3.8 miles to campground sign.
Turn left into campground.
NOTE: Although paved, most of Figueroa Mt. Rd. is single lane,
steep and winding (some hairpin). The last six miles are not
recommended for RVs. Slides will also be encountered. Sunset
Valley Rd. is also paved and single lane, but continuously
accessible by RVs.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,100 ft.
Campground is pack it in, pack it out and is adjacent to Davy
Brown Creek among large Sycamores and Valley Oaks. Campground is
conveniently located to the San Rafael Wilderness and its many
trails. Sites 1 through 3 immediately right of entrance are
tent only; no turn around for RV. It is one of three campgrounds
we surveyed in the Figueroa Recreation Area.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal comment:
Wet weather may close access road(s). Check with Ranger District Office.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
There are 14 trails in the Figueroa Recreation Area with varying
modes of travel including foot, horse, mountain bike and one
short multi-use trail.
FISHING
Stocked with Trout in the spring.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Figueroa
VISIT DATE: 11/21/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Lucia
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Los Olivos
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Los Olivos, CA, take Figueroa Mt. Rd. north 13.6 miles to
campground sign. Turn right into campground.
NOTE: Last 6.6 miles of Figueroa Mt. Rd. is, although paved,
steep, winding and single lane; not RV friendly.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,500 ft.
Campground is pack it in, pack it out and is located atop
Figueroa Mountain under Live Oaks, Madrones and Ponderosa pines.
Interior road is winding and steep in places. There is no
understory, providing little seclusion, but sites are spacious.
The campground is attractive and popular for wildflower viewing
in April and May. This is one of three campgrounds we surveyed
in the Figueroa Recreation Area.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 33
Total Sites: 33
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 33
No. Grilles on Sites: 33
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 31'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
There are 14 trails in the Figueroa Recreation Area with varying modes
of travel including foot, horse, mountain bike and one short multi-use trail.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Fremont
VISIT DATE: 12/03/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Barbara
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Santa Barbara
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Santa Barbara, CA, take State Rt. 154 north 12 miles to Santa
Ynez Recreation Area sign (Paradise Rd.). Turn right onto
Paradise Rd. and go 2.6 miles to campground sign. Turn right
into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,000 ft.
Campground is moderately wooded with Live Oaks. Most pedestal
grilles and stone fire rings are located a good distance from
parking aprons. The Santa Ynez River is nearby. This is one of
four campgrounds we surveyed in the Santa Ynez Recreation Area.
Telephone and limited groceries available at Paradise Store and
Grille. Horse rentals are available from a private concern.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open March 17 through October 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 28'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station is
available for a fee at Cachuma Lake County Park on
State Rt. 154.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The nearby San Ynez River is dry August through December. Best
time for water sports, including tubing, is in the Spring.
HIKING
Camuesa-Buckhorn - OHV route
Santa Cruz Trail (foot and horse) - 18 miles.
Aliso National Recreation Trail (loop - foot, mountain bike and
horse) - 2.5 miles.
Santa Cruz Trail accesses a large network of trails in the Dick
Smith Wilderness - contact District Ranger's Office for details.
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout and Catfish.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Halfmoon
VISIT DATE: 07/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Pinos
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Frazier Park
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Frazier Park, CA, take Frazier Mtn Park Rd 1.8 miles to
Lockwood Valley Rd sign. Turn left onto Lockwood Valley Rd. and
go 10.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest
Rt. 7N03 and go 7.5 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left,
staying on Rt. 7N03, and go 2.5 miles to a "T" intersection. Turn
left at intersection onto 7N13 and go 0.2 miles to campground
entrance on left.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 7N03 is a winding road with several challenging
creek or wash crossings. Last 8.5 miles not RV friendly.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,900 ft.
This is a sprawling, pack it in, pack it out, single loop campground in
a stand of Ponderosa pine. Campground is remote with an open air
feeling. Rugged campground environment for OHV enthusiasts.
There is no understory with the ground covered with pine needles and
cones.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments:
Open May 1 through October 31 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge, BUT an Adventure Pass is required. The Pass is
$5 per day or $30 annually. Contact the Ranger District Office
for purchase information.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 8
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 49'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Most aprons are about same size.
Because there are several challenging wash or creek crossings,
steep and winding grades, and long stretches of single lane road
with no turnouts, campground is best suited for pop-up tent
campers and slide-out RVs.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Piru Creek Rte #20W07(OHV) - 3 miles
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Kirk Creek
VISIT DATE: 11/19/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Monterey
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: San Simeon
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From San Simeon, CA, take State Rt. 1 north 35.2 miles to
campground sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 100 ft.
The campground sits on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Almost every site has a view of the ocean. Sea Otters can be
seen bobbing around in the waves and we heard Sea Lions, but
didn't see them. Sunsets (and sunrises) from the sites are
outstanding. Campground is semi-manicured with Zoysia-like grass
and tall Pampas. The Pampas provides a wall of seclusion between
many of the sites. If camping by the ocean is the objective,
then Kirk Creek is the place to go.
Across from the campground entrance is Nacimiento Rd. A drive up
this paved road with a picnic lunch will provide some awesome
views of the Pacific Ocean. From the start at State Rt. 1, it
rises from 100 ft. above sea level to 2,500 ft. For those with a
fear of heights, driving up this road could present a challenge.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $35 per day (bikers - $5 per day)
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 31
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and grass. There are waste
stations about 40 miles south (on State Rt. 1) at San Simeon
State Park and north about 45 miles (on State Rt. 1) at Pfeiffer
State Park. Come with full fresh water tank.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
Comments:
Portable (drinking) water is seasonal and always has
a boil water order.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Access to Pacific Ocean beach is via a short but precarious
trail.
HIKING
Vincente trail head to (foot only):
Vincente Flat Camp - 5 miles
Stone Ridge Trail - 5 miles
Cone Peak Rd. - 8 miles
FISHING
Surf fishing
CAMPGROUND NAME: La Panza
VISIT DATE: 11/22/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Lucia
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Santa Margarita
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Santa Margarita, CA, take State Rt. 58 east 1.1 miles to "Y"
intersection. At the intersection, bear left (staying on Rt. 58)
and go 31.7 miles to La Panza Ranch sign (Pozo Rd.). Turn right
onto Pozo Rd. and go 7.2 miles to campground sign. Turn right at
sign into campground.
NOTE: After 3 miles, Pozo Rd. changes from a paved to dirt surface.
The Forest Service recommends that RVs not use the last 3 miles
of Pozo Rd.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,400 ft.
The Campground is dominated by Live Oaks and is well situated for
access to OHV trails in the area. It is primitive and located in
an arroyo. Interior road has severe dips, which may cause
problems for some RVs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Wet weather may close access road(s). Check with
Ranger District Office.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11.5' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Los Prietos
VISIT DATE: 12/03/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Barbara
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Santa Barbara
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Santa Barbara, CA, take State Rt. 154 north 12 miles to Santa
Ynez Recreation Area sign (Paradise Rd.). Turn right onto
Paradise Rd. and go 3.9 miles to campground sign. Turn right
into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 880 ft.
Moderately wooded with Live Oaks and Toyon (Hollywood) vegetation
and located near the Santa Ynez River. The understory is grass.
The campground is one of four we surveyed in the Santa Ynez
Recreation Area. The sites have pedestal grilles and rock fire
rings.
Telephone and limited groceries available at Paradise Store and
Grille. Horse rentals are available from a private concern.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided January 1 through October 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 37
Total Sites: 37
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 37
No. Grilles on Sites: 37
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 9' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The parking aprons are paved. An RV
waste station is available for a fee at Cachuma Lake County Park on
State Rt. 154.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 10
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The nearby San Ynez River is dry August through December. Best
time for water sports, including tubing, is in the Spring.
HIKING
Camuesa-Buckhorn - OHV route
Santa Cruz Trail (foot and horse) - 18 miles.
Aliso National Recreation Trail (loop - foot, mountain bike and
horse) - 2.5 miles.
Santa Cruz Trail accesses a large network of trails in the Dick
Smith Wilderness - contact District Ranger's Office for details.
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout and Catfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: McGill
VISIT DATE: 07/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Pinos
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Frazier Park
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Frazier Park, CA, take Frazier Mountain Park Rd. west 1.8
miles to an intersection. Continue straight onto Cuddy Valley
Rd. for 5.1 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left, continuing
on Cuddy Valley Rd., and go 5.1 miles to campground sign. Turn
right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,500 ft.
The campground is composed of two loops. The larger loop is
unnamed and is actually a series of three overlapping loops in a
dense stand of Ponderosa and Jeffrey pine. While there is little
understory in this loop, spacing between camp sites provides fair
privacy. The second loop, known as the Lower Loop, is on an open
slope of a mountainside with most sites somewhat terraced. Some
of these camp sites have a view of the valley and surrounding
mountains. Watch for hummingbirds; they are all over the
campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments:
Open May 15 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 72
Total Sites: 72
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 72
No. Grilles on Sites: 70
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. Trailers and large motor homes are
not recommended in camp sites 46 through 59 - steep grades and
narrow, sharp curves.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Exploration Trail (foot - wheelchair friendly) - 0.8 miles
Mt. Pinos Trail (foot) - 2 miles
McGill Campground Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 3.7 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mt. Pinos
VISIT DATE: 07/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Pinos
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Frazier Park
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Frazier Park, CA, take Frazier Mountain Park Rd. west 1.8
miles to an intersection. Continue straight onto Cuddy Valley
Rd. for 5.1 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left, continuing
on Cuddy Valley Rd., and go 6.7 miles to campground sign. Turn
left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground is a single loop on a mountainside. The camp
sites are tucked in among Ponderosa pine, a few Jeffrey pines,
and White fir. A few sites have a view of Frazier Park in the
valley below. Because of the campground topography, finding a
large level area for a tent at some sites could be a challenge.
The grass understory provides only minimal privacy between camp
sites.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments:
Open May 15 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 19
Total Sites: 19
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 19
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 30'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The interior road is narrow and
not RV friendly.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Nira
VISIT DATE: 11/21/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Lucia
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Santa Ynez
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Santa Ynez, CA, take State Rt. 246 north 1.5 miles to
intersection of State Rts. 246 and 154. Continue through
intersection onto Armour Ranch Rd. and go 1.6 miles to Happy
Canyon Rd. Turn left onto Happy Canyon Rd. and go 13.8 miles to
a "T" intersection. Continue straight onto Sunset Valley Rd. 5.6
miles to campground. Sections of Happy Canyon Rd. are impassible
in wet weather. As an alternative route, take Figueroa Mt. Rd.
from Los Olivos, CA for 20.6 miles to Sunset Valley Rd. Turn
left onto Sunset Valley Rd. and go 5.6 miles to campground.
NOTE: Although paved, most of Figueroa Mt. Rd. is single lane,
steep and winding (some hairpin). The last six miles are not
recommended for RVs. Slides will also be encountered. Sunset
Valley Rd. is also paved and single lane, but continuously
accessible by RVs.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,000 ft.
Campground is located at edge of San Rafael Wilderness along
Manzana Creek under Live Oaks and Sycamore trees. It is
convenient to many of the trails in the wilderness. The sites
are spacious but none are secluded. Although not identified as a
horse camp, hitching rails and horse trailer parking are provided
in the campground. This is one of three campgrounds we surveyed
in the Figueroa Recreation Area.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Wet weather may close access road(s). Check with
Ranger District Office.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 7
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 21' X 33'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in the Manzana Creek.
HIKING
There are about 17 trails in the Figueroa Recreation Area available
for foot, horse and mountain bikes. One additional trail is available
for multi-use.
FISHING
Stocked Trout in the spring
CAMPGROUND NAME: Paradise
VISIT DATE: 12/03/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Barbara
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Santa Barbara
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Santa Barbara, CA, take State Rt. 154 north 12 miles to Santa
Ynez Recreation Area sign (Paradise Rd.). Turn right onto
Paradise Rd. and go 3.2 miles to campground sign. Turn right
into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,000 ft.
Campground is located near the Santa Ynez River under large
mature Live Oaks that provide shade for most of the sites. There
are lots of open, level areas for field games and exploring.
Each site has a pedestal grille and rock fire rings. This is one
of four campgrounds we surveyed in the Santa Ynez Recreation
Area.
Telephone and limited groceries available at Paradise Store and
Grille. Horse rentals are available from a private concern.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$60 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 47'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station is available for
a fee at Cachuma Lake County Park on State Rt. 154.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 7
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The nearby San Ynez River is dry August through December. Best
time for water sports, including tubing, is in the Spring.
HIKING
Camuesa-Buckhorn - OHV route
Santa Cruz Trail (foot and horse) - 18 miles.
Aliso National Recreation Trail (loop - foot, mountain bike and
horse) - 2.5 miles.
Santa Cruz Trail accesses a large network of trails in the Dick
Smith Wilderness - contact District Ranger's Office for details.
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout and Catfish.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pine Springs
VISIT DATE: 07/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Pinos
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Frazier Park
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Frazier Park, CA, take Frazier Mtn Park Rd 1.8 miles to
Lockwood Valley Rd sign. Turn left onto Lockwood Valley Rd. and
go 10.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest
Rt. 7N08 and go 2.7 miles to Pine Springs campground sign. Turn
right at sign onto Forest Rt. 7N03A and go 0.8 miles to
campground.
NOTE: Access roads are not RV friendly.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,900 ft.
This sprawling campground, pack it in, pack it out, is a single
loop through an area where the "midget forest" of Pinyon pines
and juniper meet towering Ponderosa pines. It is the wide
spacing of camp sites and not the sagebrush that provides good
privacy between sites. The campground is adjacent to Sespe
Wilderness but no formal trails provide access from the
campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments:
Open May 1 through October 31 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge, but an Adventure Pass is required - $5 per day or
$30 annually. Contact the Ranger District Office for purchase
information.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Primarily because of access roads,
the campground is best suited for slide-ins and pop-up tent
campers. Also, rough and tight interior road make it difficult
to maneuver travel trailers.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Plaskett Creek
VISIT DATE: 11/19/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Monterey
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: San Simeon
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From San Simeon, CA, take State Rt. 1 north 29.5 miles to
campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 200 ft.
Campground is adjacent to State Rt. 1 and across from the Pacific
Ocean. It is located among large Cedar trees, which provide a
fragrant aroma. While none of the sites have a view of the
ocean, the surf can be heard from sites along the southern side
of campground. The understory is grassy and nicely manicured.
Sites are well separated but not secluded. Gas and limited
groceries are available 6 miles south of campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $35 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 43
Total Sites: 45
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 45
No. Grilles on Sites: 45
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 49'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station is
available at San Simeon State Park 35 miles south of
campground on State Rt. 1. Another one is available at
Pfeiffer State Park 40 miles north of campground on
State Rt. 1.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 14
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Marginally wheelchair friendly toilet located near site 10.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Yellow Perch and other coastal surf fish.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Ponderosa
VISIT DATE: 11/19/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Monterey
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: San Simeon
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From San Simeon, CA, take State Rt. 1 north 35.1 miles to
Nacimiento Rd. sign. Turn right onto Nacimiento Rd. and go 13.6
miles to campground sign. Turn (hard) right at sign and cross
bridge into campground.
NOTE: Although paved, Nacimiento Rd. is steep and winding with
some hairpin turns and is also narrow in places.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,500 ft.
The campground is located along the Nacimiento River with some
sites overlooking the river. The sites are shaded by Live Oaks
and Sycamore trees - no Ponderosa pines. There is an active
population of ground squirrel-like animals.
The drive up Nancimiento Rd has some awesome sites of the Pacific
Ocean. From State Rt. 1 at about 100 ft. above sea level, it
rises to a high of 2,500 ft. For those with a fear of height,
driving on Nancimiento Rd. could be a challenge.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Comment
Services provided May 1 through September 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15.5' X 37.5'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The interior road is narrow.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 7
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Water system inoperable at time of visit.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Nacimiento River.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Reyes Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/07/2002
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Pinos
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Mt. Pinos
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Frazier Park, CA, take Frazier Mtn Park Rd 1.8 miles to
Lockwood Valley Rd sign. Turn left onto Lockwood Valley Rd. and
go 23.6 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest
Rt. 7N11 and go 1.7 miles to campground.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 7N11 is single lane, steep in places and crosses
the seasonal Cuyama River.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,100 ft.
The campground, at the edge of Sespe Wilderness, is composed of a
large loop off a spur. Reyes Creek winds through campground
providing several places for wading and a pleasant mixture of
oaks and cottonwood trees. Some sites overlook the creek. Wild
roses provide a privacy hedge for some campsites. Away from
creek, sites are shaded by juniper and manzanita. Camp Scheidick
Bar and Grille, at campground's entrance, is a good place for
some good conversation and breakfast or lunch. The community of
Camp Scheidick was established in 1892 and has an interesting,
varied history. Horseshoe competition, bar-b-ques on holidays,
and winter offers different campground experiences. Enjoy free
fish feeding from the bar and grille; these big trout love toast.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 pef day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 0
No. Grilles on Sites: 27
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 25'
Comments:
Some parking aprons are paved and others are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
Showers are available at Camp Scheidick - $3 fee.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Gene Marshall/Piedra Blanc National Recreation Trail #22W03 (foot
& horse) - 19.5 miles
provides access to Sespe Wilderness
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Upper Oso
VISIT DATE: 12/03/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Santa Barbara
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Santa Barbara
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Santa Barbara, CA, take State Rt. 154 north 12 miles to Santa
Ynez Recreation Area sign (Paradise Rd.). Turn right at sign
onto Paradise Rd. and go 6 miles to campground sign (Forest Rt.
5N15). Bear left at sign onto Rt. 5N15 and go 1.5 miles to
campground.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 5N15 is paved, single lane with turnouts.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,040 ft.
The Campground is located in Oso Canyon among Live Oaks,
straddling several streams. It is adjacent to the Dick Smith
Wilderness and a network of trails. Sites have pedestal grilles
with rock fire rings. There is lots of open space for exploring.
Sites 14 through 25 have horse corrals. Campground is one of
four we surveyed in the San Ynez Recreation Area. The Santa Ynez
River is nearby.
Telephone and limited groceries available at Paradise Store and
Grille, about 2 miles west of campground entrance. Horse rentals
are available from a private concern.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Comment
Services provided May 15 through November 30.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $.320 per day
$35 per day - sites with horse corrals
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 46'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station is available for a
fee at Cachuma Lake County Park, 6.9 miles north on State Rt. 154.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 9
No. Threaded: 4
Comments:
Only wheelchair friendly toilet is located next to site 13.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The nearby San Ynez River is dry August through December. Best
time for water sports, including tubing, is in the Spring.
HIKING
Camuesa-Buckhorn - OHV route
Santa Cruz Trail (foot and horse) - 18 miles.
Aliso National Recreation Trail (loop - foot, mountain bike and
horse) - 2.5 miles.
Santa Cruz Trail accesses a large network of trails in the Dick
Smith Wilderness - contact District Ranger's Office for details.
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout and Catfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Wheeler Gorge
VISIT DATE: 12/01/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/2/2022
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Ojai
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ojai
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Ojai, CA, take State Rt. 33 north 6.5 miles to campground
sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,750 ft.
Campground is located along the North Fork of the Matilija Creek
in both Riparian and Chaparral eco zones. It is comprised of
Live Oak, Toyon and Sycamore trees. Campground was originally
built by the Boy Scouts in the early 1900s. At the campground
entrance, there is a stone house also built by the Boy Scouts in
the early 1900s. The campground is family oriented with
interpretive programs on Saturday nights between April 1 and
September 30. Some sites overlook the creek while others,
located in the Chaparral zone, have wide vistas of the nearby
mountains. During the winter there are special tours in the area
around the campground - call the campground manager on 805-640-1977.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day - single
$50 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 61
Total Sites: 71
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 71
No. Grilles on Sites: 71
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 5
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 36'
Comments:
There are paved and dirt aprons. Some sites have low-hanging
branches restricting certain RV models.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Although swimming not provided, it is possible in some section of
Matilija Creek.
HIKING
Wheel Gorge Trail (loop - interpretive) - 0.75 miles.
The trail takes the hiker through both Chaparral and
Riparian eco zones
FISHING
Trout
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