Paradise Spring
Open year-round, first-come first-served. No fees. High-clearance vehicle required for access via Paradise OHV Trail. 14-day stay limit.
National Forest System Roads
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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.…
Santa Lucia Ranger District Storm Damage Recovery
To provide for public health and safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Santa Lucia Ranger District of the Los Padres National Forest.1. Entering or using the following developed recreation sites or portions thereof, as shown on the attached maps. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(b). a.…
About
Paradise Spring Campground offers a quiet, primitive camping experience in the Rockfront OHV Area of Los Padres National Forest. With only two campsites tucked among oak trees, this secluded spot provides solitude for campers seeking access to the surrounding off-highway vehicle trail network. The campground sits at approximately 1,600 feet elevation in the rugged terrain of San Luis Obispo County. Facilities are minimal but functional: each site has a picnic table and a fire ring with grill for cooking. A single vault toilet serves the campground. There is no potable water available, so visitors must bring an adequate supply. Trash service is not provided; pack out everything you pack in. Access requires a high-clearance vehicle via the Paradise OHV Trail, and all OHVs must display California red or green sticker registration with a working spark arrestor as required by state law. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis year-round with no fees and no reservations. Stays are limited to 14 consecutive days. Dogs are permitted but must remain on a leash no longer than six feet or under direct physical control at all times.
Directions
Located within Rockfront OHV Area, accessible via Paradise OHV Trail. High-clearance vehicle recommended. Contact Santa Lucia Ranger District for specific route information.
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 (805) 925-9538 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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