Set within Los Padres National Forest along a forested creek corridor, Barrel Springs Campground sits on US Forest Service land with drive-in and walk-in access. Sites have good tree and shade coverage, and the layout gives campers enough spread to set up without crowding neighbors. The campground draws PCT thru-hikers passing through the area, so site availability can tighten during peak trail season. Toilets are on-site, campfires are permitted, firewood is available, and pets are welcome. Hikers have multiple nearby trails to work with, including connections to Lazy Campground 2.6 miles northeast. Wildlife is audible at night. This campground works well for thru-hikers and backpackers looking for a forest stopover with basic amenities and trail access into camping near Los Padres National Forest.
Description
Adjacent to La Brea Creek. Located in canyon bottom, surrounded by oak trees.
Reservation Info
Adventure Pass ($5/day or $30/year), or Annual Interagency Pass, Senior Interagency Pass, or Interagency Access Pass.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBarrel Springs Campground is located in California near Los Alamos
Directions
From Santa Maria: Betteravia Rd. 7 miles east, Mesa Rd. 4.5 miles east, Tepusquet Cyn. Rd. 4.5 miles north, Colson Cyn. Rd. 8 miles southeast.
Coordinates
34.90134256198382 N
120.1423152124362 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Firewood Available
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 56 min from Santa Maria, CA
- 2 hrs 23 min from San Luis Obispo, CA
- 3 hrs 16 min from Oxnard, CA
- 3 hrs 51 min from Bakersfield, CA
