Valle Vista Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. An Adventure Pass or Interagency Pass is required. 14-day stay limit applies.
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
Valle Vista Campground sits at 4,820 feet elevation in the Mt. Pinos Ranger District of Los Padres National Forest, offering visitors a peaceful camping experience with stunning panoramic views of the San Joaquin Valley. The campground features approximately 7 spacious sites shaded by pinyon pines and oak trees, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking solitude and nature connection. This primitive campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and is rarely full, providing reliable access for spontaneous camping trips. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table, though campers must bring their own water as none is available on-site. Vault toilets are provided. The campground is accessible via Hudson Ranch Road, approximately 10 miles south of Highway 166, though the access road can be rough and may challenge RVs, trailers, or low-clearance vehicles. The campground is open year-round with a 14-day stay limit. An Adventure Pass or valid Interagency Pass is required for entry. Fires are permitted only in designated fire rings, and pets must be leashed at all times. On clear days, visitors can see across the valley to the Sierra Nevada mountains over 100 miles away, making this an excellent location for stargazing and nature photography.
Directions
Located off Hudson Ranch Road, approximately 10 miles south of Highway 166. The access road is rough and uneven, potentially challenging for RVs, trailers, or low-clearance vehicles.
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Location
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 (661) 245-3731 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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