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Paradise Campground

Los Padres National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Paradise Campground is a campground in Los Padres National Forest, California with 12 campsites. Paradise Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Paradise Campground is located at 34.5422° N, 119.8128° W.

people allowed on 10 of 12 sites: 8
people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites: 16

Paradise Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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

Next Available Dates

Oct 2 (1 site)Oct 3 (1 site)Oct 4 (10 sites)

1 site open on Oct 2 at Paradise Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 01:14 UTC.

Campsites at Paradise Campground

125789101112131415

Standard 12

What an RV fits

22 ft1 site
29 ft1 site
36 ft3 sites
38 ft1 site
40 ft5 sites
48 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

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

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

Every site is in the AREA PARADISE loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	16	40 ft
002	Standard	8	40 ft
005	Standard	16	40 ft
007	Standard	8	36 ft
008	Standard	8	40 ft
009	Standard	8	38 ft
010	Standard	8	36 ft
011	Standard	8	29 ft
012	Standard	8	36 ft
013	Standard	8	22 ft
014	Standard	8	48 ft
015	Standard	8	40 ft

About Paradise Campground

Overview

Paradise Campground is a beautiful place to enjoy California's westernmost national forest. It provides access to a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, horseback riding and more. Mountain lakes and rivers in the area offer campers plentiful fishing, boating and swimming opportunities.

Recreation

The Santa Ynez River is popular for a variety of water-related recreation and can be accessed at White Rock Day-Use Area, less than half a mile from the campground.

Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, a no-body-contact reservoir, is 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 just over a dozen sites for single and double-family tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table, campfire ring with grill and a pedestal grill. Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are provided.

Utility hookups are not provided. Parking spurs are paved and can accommodate most RVs. Firewood can be purchased from the campground host. The nearest fee dump station is about 11 miles away at Cachuma Lake County Park off State Route 154.

Natural Features

The developed campground is located in the Santa Ynez Mountains at an elevation of about 1,000 feet. The Santa Ynez River can be accessed through a tunnel beneath adjacent Paradise Road.

The campground is nestled in an oak tree woodland that provides ample shade in most sites. Lush greenery blankets the campground and an open, level playing field allows for games and exploration.

Nearby Attractions

The city of Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean are about 18 miles from the campground.

Rules and notices at Paradise Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Paradise 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.

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 2 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle per night).

All Double campsite reservations are good for 12 people and 2 vehicles.

Maximum number of people per double site is 16 ($10.00 additional charge person per night after 12 people). Maximum Number of vehicles per double site is 4 ($10.00 additional charge per vehicle per night after 2 vehicles).

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.

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Paradise Campground FAQ

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

Paradise 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 Paradise Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Paradise 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 Paradise Campground have?

Paradise Campground has 12 campsites.