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Colson Canyon Campground

6 Reviews

About

National Forest

Los Padres National Forest

Colson Campground is a primitive campground located approximately 40 miles from the city of Santa Maria, CA. There are five campsites with tables and fire rings. There is no running water and no bathroom. Popular campground for hunters, as this campground is easy access to the Alejandro Trail.…

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  • Drive-In
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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6 Reviews

Livie S.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed May. 8, 2021

Permanently Closed

I was so sad to find out that this campground is now permanently closed.

Jeannette P.
Reviewed Mar. 16, 2021

Colson Canyon Campground

Colson is basic, fun, old school camping. This place has been here forever. I'm sure in its day it was packed but now it's always quiet. Beautiful area to get away but close enough, you don't have to go far. No bathrooms. Bring water. But 100% recommend.

Location

Colson Canyon Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Santa Maria: Betteravia R. 7 miles east, Mesa Rd. 4.5 miles east, Tepusquet Canyon. Rd. 4.5 miles north, Colson Cyn. Rd. 4.2 miles.

Coordinates

34.9543122 N
120.16983767 W

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