Kings Campground
Open for the season. The campground operates May 1 through October 31 and is closed November 1 through April 30 due to seasonal road restrictions. First-come, first-served; no reservations.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Monterey Ranger District Emergency Closure Order with Exceptions
To provide for public safety, the Timber and Plaskett Fire Area are closed, including roads and trails described in Exhibit A and shown on the Exhibit B Map.This Forest Order No. 05-07-51-26-11 supersedes Forest Order No. 05-07-51-26-10.
Special Closure - SBRD Storm Damage Recovery
Closure of developed recreation sites, roads, and trails in the Santa Barbara Ranger District impacted by storm damage and some roads restricted to non-motorized use. Effective from September 16, 2026, through September 15, 2027.
About
Kings Campground is a small, primitive campground tucked into the pinyon pine and chaparral terrain of the Mt. Pinos Ranger District in Los Padres National Forest. Situated at approximately 4,240 feet elevation, the campground provides a quieter alternative to the busier OHV staging areas nearby while remaining easily accessible from Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area. The campground features six campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. A vault toilet is available, but there is no potable water on site, so campers must bring their own water supply. Trash service is not provided; pack out what you pack in. The area is popular with off-highway vehicle riders, and all OHVs must display proper registration and be equipped with a spark arrestor. Camping is first-come, first-served at $5 per night. Quiet hours are observed from 10pm to 6am, and the maximum stay is 14 days. The campground is subject to seasonal closure from November 1 through April 30 due to Multiple Vehicle Use Management restrictions.
Directions
From Hungry Valley SVRA, take Gold Hill Road (FS 8N01) approximately 5 miles, turn left on Kings Campground Road (FS 8N01A). The campground is approximately 1 mile east.
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 | $5 |
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 | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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