Caballo Campground
The campground is open for the season. Seasonal road closure lifts May 1 and remains open through October 31. First-come, first-served with no reservations. Campers must bring their own drinking water.
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About
Caballo Campground is a free primitive campground located in the Mt. Pinos Ranger District of Los Padres National Forest, approximately three miles west of Pine Mountain Club. The campground occupies an open area surrounded by pinyon pine trees, with some sites offering shade from the surrounding forest. Facilities are basic but functional, including vault toilets, picnic tables, and designated fire rings. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations required or accepted. A 14-day stay limit applies, and quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Access to the campground is via Forest Road 9N27, a dirt road requiring high-clearance vehicles. The road is subject to seasonal closure from November 1 through April 30 under the Multiple Vehicle Use Management program due to winter conditions.
Directions
Located off Mil Potrero Highway, approximately three miles west of Pine Mountain Club. Take Forest Road 9N27 north for 0.5 miles. High-clearance vehicle recommended due to dirt road access.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (661) 245-3731 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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