Los Prietos Campground
Los Padres National Forest, California
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As of October 2026, Los Prietos Campground is a campground in Los Padres National Forest, California with 35 campsites. Los Prietos Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Los Prietos Campground is located at 34.5417° N, 119.8092° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 8
Los Prietos Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
14 sites open on Oct 2 at Los Prietos Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 06:28 UTC.
Campsites at Los Prietos Campground
- Standard 29
- Tent 6
What an RV fits
- 15 ft1 site
- 20 ft2 sites
- 24 ft7 sites
- 25 ft1 site
- 28 ft2 sites
- 30 ft7 sites
- 32 ft1 site
- 34 ft5 sites
- 35 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, offroad, horse riding.
All sites at Los Prietos Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the AREA LOS PRIETOS loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 003 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 004 | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 005 | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 006 | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 007 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft |
| 009 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 011 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 012 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 013 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 014 | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 015 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 016 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 017 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 018 | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 019 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 020 | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 021 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 022 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 023 | Standard | 8 | 34 ft |
| 024 | Standard | 8 | 34 ft |
| 025 | Standard | 8 | 15 ft |
| 026 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 027 | Standard | 8 | 34 ft |
| 028 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 029 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 030 | Standard | 8 | 28 ft |
| 031 | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 032 | Standard | 8 | 34 ft |
| 033 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 034 | Standard | 8 | 24 ft |
| 035 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 036 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 037 | Standard | 8 | 34 ft |
| 038 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
About Los Prietos Campground
Overview
Los Prietos Campground is situated in the Los Padres National Forest and provides access to a variety of outdoor adventures, including water-related recreation and hiking. The family-friendly campground is green and lush and is a great place to camp in the mountains of western California.
Recreation
The Santa Ynez River is popular for a variety of water-related recreation. The river can be accessed at White Rock Day Use Area, less than a half-mile from the campground.
Cachuma Lake Recreation Area is no-body-contact reservoir about 10 miles northwest of the campground. It offers boating, fishing and kayaking. Anglers will find an abundance of annually stocked trout. Carp and bass are also common catches.
Visitors enjoy a variety of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. The Aliso National Recreation Trail is a popular, 2.5-mile loop that begins near 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 connecting trails are available within 10 miles of the campground.
Facilities
The campground offers dozens of single-family sites for tent or RV camping. No utility hookups are available at the campground.
Each site is equipped with a table, campfire ring with grill and a pedestal grill. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Trash collection bins are available throughout the campground.
Natural Features
The campground is nestled on the side of the Santa Ynez Mountains. Beautiful, mature oak trees provide ample shade, and abundant vegetation blankets the ground. The sites are roomy and allow for some privacy and separation.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is located 19 miles from Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean.
Rules and notices at Los Prietos Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Los Prietos 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.
Poison oak is abundant in the area; use caution
Additional fees will be collected for extra vehicles at the campground
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.
Campsite reservation fee covers 6 people and 1 vehicle. Maximum number of people per site is 8 ($10.00 additional charge per person, per night after 6 people). Maximum number of vehicles per site is 2 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle per night).
Los Prietos Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Los Prietos Campground?
Los Prietos Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 35 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Los Prietos Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Los Prietos 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 Los Prietos Campground have?
Los Prietos Campground has 35 campsites.
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