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Campgrounds in Los Padres National Forest

8 campgrounds with 247 campsites. None of them have electric hookups.

8campgrounds
247campsites
0with electric sites
50 ftlongest RV allowed

Campgrounds in Los Padres National Forest

CampgroundNearest townSitesElectricMax RV
American Canyon CampgroundSanta Maria12None18 ft
Arroyo Seco CampgroundGreenfield39None50 ft
Fremont CampgroundSanta Barbara14None34 ft
Los Prietos CampgroundSanta Barbara37None35 ft
Paradise CampgroundSanta Barbara14None48 ft
Plaskett Creek CampgroundBig Sur46None50 ft
Upper Oso CampgroundSanta Barbara19None45 ft
Wheeler Gorge CampgroundOjai66None45 ft

What to bring to Los Padres National Forest

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Frequently asked questions

How many campgrounds are in Los Padres National Forest?

8 campgrounds with 247 campsites between them.

Do campgrounds in Los Padres National Forest have electric hookups?

0 of the 8 have at least some electric sites. The rest are dry camping, so bring your own power.