Rancho Nuevo Campground
Closed — First-come, first-served with no reservations. Road is subject to winter closures and requires 4-wheel drive access year-round.
Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 7:22PM PST until December 30 at 3:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...North to northeast winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph. * WHERE...Ventura County Coast, Malibu Coast, Ventura County Valleys, western Los Angeles County Valleys, Southern Ventura County Mountains, Eastern Santa Monica Mountains, and Eastern San Gabriel Mountains. * WHEN...Until 3 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
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
Rancho Nuevo Campground offers a remote camping experience in Los Padres National Forest with just 2 primitive sites situated in a grassy canyon bottom. This secluded campground is accessible only by 4-wheel drive vehicles via Rancho Nuevo Creek Road (FS 7N04), accessed from Highway 33. The primitive nature of the campground means campers should come prepared with all necessary supplies and equipment. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations available. Due to its remote location and primitive facilities, this campground appeals to experienced campers seeking solitude and a true backcountry experience. The grassy canyon setting provides a unique camping environment within the national forest. Access conditions vary seasonally, and the road is subject to closures during winter months due to weather conditions. Campers should verify road conditions before attempting to reach the campground, particularly during the winter season when snow or muddy conditions may make the 4WD road impassable.
Directions
From Highway 33, travel approximately 2 miles north to Rancho Nuevo Creek Road (FS 7N04) near the Lockwood-Ozena Road junction. 4-wheel drive required.
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Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
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 | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Rancho Nuevo Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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