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Places to Camp near Los Padres National Forest

773 Reviews

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Los Padres National Forest, CA is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. You're sure…

Best Camping Sites Near Los Padres National Forest, CA (136)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from Cachuma Lake Recreation Area

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    Cachuma Lake Recreation Area

    55 Reviews
    239 Photos
    769 Saves
    Santa Ynez, California

    Set amidst acres of wilderness flanked by the picturesque Santa Ynez and San Rafael Mountains, lies glimmering…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  2. Camper-submitted photo from KCL Campground Carrizo Plains NM

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    KCL Campground Carrizo Plains NM

    15 Reviews
    79 Photos
    265 Saves
    New Cuyama, California

    Camping is available on a first come-first serve basis, we do not take reservations. Twelve campsites (two are…

    • Rvs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Drinking Water
  3. Camper-submitted photo from El Capitán State Beach

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    El Capitán State Beach

    43 Reviews
    104 Photos
    936 Saves
    Goleta, California

    El Capitán State Beach offers visitors a sandy beach, rocky tidepools, and stands of sycamore and oaks along El…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Rvs

    $10 - $45 / night

  4. Camper-submitted photo from Mt. Figueroa Campground

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    Mt. Figueroa Campground

    13 Reviews
    35 Photos
    222 Saves
    Los Olivos, California

    Overview

    Experience life elevated when you enjoy vistas of wildflowers, star gazing, and summer campouts atop…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Rvs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $30 - $34 / night

  5. Camper-submitted photo from Carpinteria State Beach

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    Carpinteria State Beach

    49 Reviews
    106 Photos
    862 Saves
    Carpinteria, California

    Twelve miles south of Santa Barbara, Carpinteria camping offers a mile of beach for swimming, surf fishing,…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $53 - $108 / night

  6. Camper-submitted photo from Lopez Lake Recreation Area

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    Lopez Lake Recreation Area

    32 Reviews
    71 Photos
    352 Saves
    Arroyo Grande, California

    Located just ten miles east of Arroyo Grande, California, Lopez Lake Recreation Area is one of the top choices for…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Rvs

    $60 - $70 / night

  7. Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Campground

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    Sycamore Campground

    7 Reviews
    10 Photos
    58 Saves
    New Cuyama, California
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  8. Camper-submitted photo from Los Padres National Forest Figueroa Campground

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    Los Padres National Forest Figueroa Campground

    8 Reviews
    50 Photos
    147 Saves
    Los Olivos, California

    Overview

    Nira Campground is a beautiful site covered in oak trees and located along Manzana Creek. Whether…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Rvs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $30 - $34 / night

  9. Camper-submitted photo from Selby Campground

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    Selby Campground

    5 Reviews
    21 Photos
    76 Saves
    New Cuyama, California

    Camping is available on a first come-first serve basis. Thirteen campsites with picnic tables, fire pits, horse…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Rvs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Picnic Table
  10. Camper-submitted photo from KCL Campground

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    KCL Campground

    5 Reviews
    31 Photos
    62 Saves
    New Cuyama, California

    Camping is available on a first come-first serve basis, we do not take reservations. Twelve campsites (two are…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • Rvs
    • Tents

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