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Prewitt Ridge Campground

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High clearance is not optional here. The dirt road to Prewitt Ridge Campground in Los Padres National Forest is narrow, pothole-heavy, and blind around bends, with no cell service once you leave the pavement. Campfires are not permitted, and there are no restrooms or trash facilities, so campers need to pack out everything they bring in. Views from the ridge are the main draw. Spots are limited, so arriving early matters. Campers who do best here come self-sufficient, unhurried, and comfortable with rough road conditions and full disconnection from service.

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Map & DirectionsPrewitt Ridge Campground is located in California near Lucia

Public Campground

Coordinates

35.969639 N
121.450392 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

Dispersed
Group

Features

For Campers

Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Pull-Through Sites

Drive Time

1 hr 26 min from San Luis Obispo, CA
1 hr 53 min from Santa Maria, CA
2 hrs 42 min from Salinas, CA
3 hrs 20 min from Santa Cruz, CA

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Erika E.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 22, 2026

Beautiful Views but High Clearance Vehicle Required

This was such a gem of a campground, there was a bunch of sites open and incredible views. The road to the top is about 20minutes and very pot hole heavy so a high clearance vehicle would be required. Campfires are NOT allowed and there is no trash or restrooms so please be sure to clean up after yourself!

Month of VisitJune

Jarod H.

Traveler

Reviewed Apr. 9, 2026

Incredible Views

This is one of the best BLM campground views i have seen on the westcoast.

Incredible views, there are limited spots so getting there early is smart. Also the roads are rough but passable. I would not want to be caught in the rain here though.

Definitely a one of a kind spot.

Month of VisitApril

Evan R.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 5, 2026

Gorgeous Location worth the drive if you’re okay sacrificing service

This was a gorgeous campsite with lots of spots to pull off. Road is very narrow once you get to the dirt and we almost got hit around a bend due to someone flying down the mtn so definitely don’t be that person and take it easy. There is no service for a good while up the road and at the campsites so be prepared. Tested out IPhone’s satellite feature and was able to get texts out that way if they were dire. Very peaceful campsite with lots of different sites. Please be respectful if you make it out to the Prewitt Ridge Gate, it is a dead end but the campsite right before it is beautiful.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Prewitt Ridge Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Prewitt Ridge Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Prewitt Ridge Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Prewitt Ridge Campground does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Prewitt Ridge Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.

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