Navajo Flat/Ohv Staging Area
Open — Open daily and year-round. The area may be temporarily closed during rainy season to protect roads and trails. Check-in is 3:00 p.m., check-out is 12:00 noon. Limited to 14 consecutive nights.
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.
Forest Order - Special Closure - Storm Damage Recovery
Special Closure - Storm Damage Recovery - Los Padres National Forest - Forest Order NO. 05-07-53-25-07
Dry Canyon Area, Roads and Trails, and Wilderness Closure
Mt. Pinos Ranger District, Dry Canyon Area, Roads, Trails and Wilderness Closure
West Cuesta Fire Use Restrictions
Building, maintaining, attending, or using a wood or charcoal campfire, or cooking fire, on National Forest System (NFS) lands within the West Cuesta Fire Use Restriction Area
Prohibition of overnight camping and campfires at San Carpoforo Beach
The following acts are prohibited on San Carpoforo Beach, which includes all National Forest lands west of Highway 1 to the mean high tide line of the Pacific Ocean in Section 16, Township 25 South, Range 6 East, Mount Diablo Base a
Fire Restrictions for Santa Barbara Front Country
Fire restrictions are still in effect in the Santa Barbara front country. This prohibition will remain in effect through Feb 26, 2026.
About
Navajo Flat OHV Staging Area and Campground is a premier destination for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts in Los Padres National Forest. The facility features six campsites, five of which include shaded canopy structures, all equipped with fire rings and picnic tables. One vault toilet serves the campground. ATVs, quad runners, dual sports, and single-track riders enjoy easy access to 45 miles of marked and rated trails directly from campsites, with routes designated for both motorcycles and ATVs. A dedicated beginner track is located within the facility boundary, making it suitable for riders of all skill levels. The landscape features oak, conifer, and chaparral vegetation with mostly rocky, hard-packed terrain. On clear days, riders can enjoy views of the coastline and Sierra Mountains from higher peaks like Pozo Summit. The facility includes a kiosk with information about the ecosystem, Tread Lightly and Leave No Trace ethics, and an OHV trail map. This is a pack-in, pack-out facility with no potable water, electricity, or dump station. Four campsites are reservable through Recreation.gov, while two remain first-come, first-served. Managed by Parks Management Company for the Forest Service at $30 per night plus a $10 extra vehicle fee.
Directions
From Santa Margarita, head northeast on H St toward Margarita Ave. Turn right onto CA-58 E for 1.4 miles, then turn left to stay on CA-58 E for 22.9 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 29S15/Red Hill Rd. Turn left onto Red Hill Rd. Turn left onto Forest Road 28S02/Red Hill Rd and continue 0.5 miles.
Nearby Campgrounds
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 | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (805) 925-9538 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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