Los Prietos
Open — Open for reservations. Due to past hazard tree removal work, amenities may be limited. Campers should verify current water and restroom availability before arrival.
Gifford Fire Closure Order
Gifford Fire Closure Order 05-07-53-25-21 supersedes Order 05-07-53-25-20 executed on August 24, 2025.
Sespe Condor Sanctuary Closure
The Los Padres National Forest will prohibit entry by the public to the Sespe Condor Sanctuary to support ongoing Condor recovery efforts. This special closure order supports the overall survivorship and sustained population increase of the California Condor species.
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.
Special Closure - SLRD Lake Fire Post-Burn Public Safety
Closure of developed recreation sites and roads on the Santa Lucia Ranger District impacted by the Lake fire.
Dry Canyon Area, Roads and Trails, and Wilderness Closure
Mt. Pinos Ranger District, Dry Canyon Area, Roads, Trails and Wilderness Closure
Road Use Restriction - Sycamore Cyn Rd to Pfeiffer Beach
Prohibits being on Sycamore Canyon Road (Forest Road No.
West Cuesta Fire Use Restrictions
Prohibits building, maintaining, attending, or using a wood or charcoal campfire, or cooking fire, on National Forest System lands within the West Cuesta Fire Use Restriction Area. Reference the description of the area and attached map for details.
San Carpoforo Beach Prohibition of Overnight Camping and Campfires
Prohibits overnight camping and building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire on San Carpoforo Beach, which includes all National Forest lands west of Highway 1 to the mean high tide line of the 
Santa Barbara Front Country Fire Use Restrictions
Prohibits building, maintaining, attending, or using a wood or charcoal campfire, or cooking fire, on National Forest System lands within the Fire Use Restriction Area which is the front country of Santa Barbara. Reference the description of the area and the attached map for details.
About
Los Prietos Campground is situated in the Los Padres National Forest on the side of the Santa Ynez Mountains, providing a green and lush camping experience in western California. The campground features 38 spacious sites shaded by beautiful, mature oak trees with abundant vegetation providing privacy between sites. The Santa Ynez River, accessible at White Rock Day Use Area less than a half-mile away, offers opportunities for swimming and water recreation. Anglers can explore Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, a no-body-contact reservoir about 10 miles northwest, which is annually stocked with trout and also offers bass and carp fishing. The campground serves as an excellent base for hiking, with the popular 2.5-mile Aliso National Recreation Trail loop beginning near the campground and the 18-mile Santa Cruz Trail providing access to a network of backcountry routes. The Camuesa OHV Route and connecting trails are available within 10 miles. Located just 19 miles from Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean, the campground combines mountain recreation with coastal access.
Directions
From Highway 101 in Santa Barbara, turn east onto Highway 154 and continue about 11 miles. Turn right onto Paradise Road and travel about 3 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (805) 434-1996 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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