MARIAN
Open — Open May through December. No fees required. First-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit.
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
Marian Campground sits at 6,590 feet elevation along a scenic ridgeline on Brush Mountain in the Mt. Pinos Ranger District of Los Padres National Forest. This small, remote campground is shaded by Jeffrey pines and offers expansive views of the surrounding mountains. The camp operates as a first-come, first-served walk-in facility with no reservations available. The campground is popular with hunters during fall season and serves as a trailhead for the McPhearson Peak Trail. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with ADA-approved fire rings available. The facility has vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own water supply. Access to Marian Campground requires a high-clearance vehicle due to the steep, narrow dirt road conditions. Located approximately three miles west of Pine Mountain Club off Mil Potrero Highway, the campground is reached via Forest Service Road 9N27. The remote location and challenging access make this an excellent destination for those seeking a more primitive camping experience away from crowds.
Directions
Located approximately three miles west of Pine Mountain Club off Mil Potrero Highway. Take Forest Service Road 9N27 north for 1.5 miles. High-clearance vehicle recommended due to steep, narrow dirt road conditions.
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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 | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (661) 245-3731 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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