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Fremont Campground in California
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Fremont Campground

Los Padres National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Fremont Campground is a campground in Los Padres National Forest, California with 13 campsites. Fremont Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Fremont Campground is located at 34.5431ยฐ N, 119.8203ยฐ W.
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Fremont Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Campsites at Fremont Campground

  • Standard 13

What an RV fits

  • 20 ft1 site
  • 24 ft1 site
  • 30 ft3 sites
  • 34 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Fremont Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
001Standard8-
002Standard8-
003Standard8-
006Standard834 ft
007Standard824 ft
008Standard830 ft
009Standard830 ft
010Standard820 ft
011Standard8-
012Standard8-
013Standard8-
014Standard8-
015Standard830 ft

About Fremont Campground

Overview

Fremont Campground is a family-friendly facility located just off California's western coast. It provides access to a variety of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails, as well as some off-road vehicle trails, in a scenic area.

Recreation

The Santa Ynez River is popular for a variety of water-related recreation. It can be accessed at nearby White Rock Day Use Area. Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, a no-body-contact reservoir, is also nearby. It offers boating, kayaking and fishing opportunities.

Visitors enjoy access to a variety of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. The Aliso National Recreation Trail is a popular, 2.5-mile loop available close to the campground. Also nearby is the 18-mile Santa Cruz Trail, which provides access to a variety of other trails in the area. The Camuesa OHV Route and its connectors are within 10 miles.

Facilities

The campground offers more than a dozen sites for tent or RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Large accessible sites are also available.

Each site is equipped with a table, campfire ring with grill and a pedestal grill. Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.

Natural Features

The campground is located in the Lower Santa Ynez Recreation Area of the Santa Barbara Ranger District. It is situated in an forest of mostly oak trees in hilly terrain at an elevation of about 1,000 feet. The campground is full of lush greenery and is shady.

Nearby Attractions

The large city of Santa Barbara is located about 18 miles from the campground. The coast is not far beyond that.

Rules and notices at Fremont Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Fremont Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

In order to contact our offices, please use the email: customerservice@pmcparks.com or view our website: CampOne.Com for answers to frequently asked questions.

Fire restrictions (on all campfires and charcoal fires) may be imposed at any time, due to hot, dry weather conditions; check www.campone.com for current fire restrictions.

Poison oak is abundant in the area; use caution.

All single campsite reservations are good for 6 people and 1 vehicle.

Maximum number of people per single site is 8 ($10.00 additional charge per person per night after 6 people.) Maximum number of vehicles per single site is 1 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle per night and parked at Paradise campground 1/2 mile down the road). Extra Vehicle and person fees will be charged at the facility.

Click here for more information on the Los Padres National Forest.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Fremont Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Fremont Campground?

Fremont Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Fremont Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Fremont Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Fremont Campground have?

Fremont Campground has 13 campsites.

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